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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel vs Jim Beam Black
Comparing E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel and Jim Beam Black reveals a matchup between a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple and a traditional, spice-driven Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel | Jim Beam Black |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | 7 years |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) +14 proof | 86 proof (43% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$70 – $140 | ~$22 – $28 ~$80 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel and Jim Beam Black do not publish an official mash bill.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 Jim Beam Black
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 8/6 oak: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 8 out of 10, Jim Beam Black 6 out of 10
fruit 5/3 fruit: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Jim Beam Black 3 out of 10
heat 5/3 heat: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Jim Beam Black 3 out of 10
nuttiness 4/6 nuttiness: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 4 out of 10, Jim Beam Black 6 out of 10
spice 5/4 spice: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Jim Beam Black 4 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 6 out of 10, Jim Beam Black 6 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.
- Jim Beam Black: The extra-aged version of the white label and a considerable step up for a few dollars more. Softer and rounder than Knob Creek with the same family peanut note, at a proof that keeps everything gentle.
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 Jim Beam Black if you want the Beam house character at its most affordable and easy-going without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat (E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel); neat, rocks, cocktails (Jim Beam Black).