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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel vs Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea
On paper E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel and Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea are near neighbours — both traditional bourbons — so price (~$70 – $140 vs. ~$70 – $85) is what actually decides it.
Key Specifications
| Feature | E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel | Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) +10 proof | 90 proof (45% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$70 – $140 | ~$70 – $85 ~$28 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel and Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea do not publish an official mash bill.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 Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 8/6 oak: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 8 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 6 out of 10
heat 5/3 heat: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 3 out of 10
spice 5/4 spice: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 4 out of 10
nuttiness 4/3 nuttiness: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 3 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 6 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 6 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Barrel influence is the main separator.
- 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.
- Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea: Bourbon that spends months rocking in a ship's hold. Each voyage tastes a little different, but expect caramel and dark sugar with a savory, faintly salty edge from the trip.
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 with more proof behind it.
- Go with Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea if you want a conversation-piece bourbon with a savory, slightly briny twist from aging at sea at a lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat (E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel); neat, rocks (Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea).