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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel vs Horse Soldier Barrel Strength
Comparing E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel and Horse Soldier Barrel Strength reveals a matchup between a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple and an uncut, wheated heavyweight.
Key Specifications
| Feature | E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel | Horse Soldier Barrel Strength |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Wheated Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | 70% corn, 20% wheat, 10% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) | 111 proof (55.5% ABV) +11 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$70 – $140 | ~$78 – $85 ~$24 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel and Horse Soldier Barrel Strength do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
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Flavor Profile
E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel Horse Soldier Barrel Strength
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 8/6 oak: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 8 out of 10, Horse Soldier Barrel Strength 6 out of 10
heat 5/7 heat: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Horse Soldier Barrel Strength 7 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 6 out of 10, Horse Soldier Barrel Strength 7 out of 10
nuttiness 4/3 nuttiness: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 4 out of 10, Horse Soldier Barrel Strength 3 out of 10
spice 5/5 spice: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Horse Soldier Barrel Strength 5 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Horse Soldier Barrel Strength 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Oak is doing most of the differentiating here.
- E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel: Single barrels from the warehouse Colonel Taylor built, bonded at 100 proof. More oak and more concentration than the small batch, and one of the most sought-after regular releases Buffalo Trace makes.
- Horse Soldier Barrel Strength: A barrel-strength wheater from the veteran-founded Horse Soldier brand. Brown sugar and toasted oak lead, baking spice and heat follow, and a splash of water pulls out darker fruit.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel if you want the most concentrated bonded expression of the Buffalo Trace profile, and the hunt does not deter you.
- Go with Horse Soldier Barrel Strength if you want a big, barrel-strength wheated bourbon with plenty of brown sugar and warmth at a lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat (E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel); neat, old-fashioned (Horse Soldier Barrel Strength).