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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel vs Michter's US*1 Small Batch
E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel and Michter's US*1 Small Batch are cut from similar cloth: two takes on traditional bourbons, where the real difference is price (~$70 – $140 vs. ~$45 – $55).
Key Specifications
| Feature | E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel | Michter's US*1 Small Batch |
|---|---|---|
| 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) +9 proof | 91.4 proof (45.7% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$70 – $140 | ~$45 – $55 ~$55 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel and Michter's US*1 Small Batch do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
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Michter's US*1 Small Batch
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Flavor Profile
E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel Michter's US*1 Small Batch
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 8/5 oak: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 8 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 5 out of 10
heat 5/3 heat: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 3 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 6 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 7 out of 10
spice 5/4 spice: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 4 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 5 out of 10
nuttiness 4/4 nuttiness: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 4 out of 10, Michter's US*1 Small Batch 4 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.
- Michter's US*1 Small Batch: Polished and easy-drinking, with butterscotch and stone fruit and very little rough edge. What you pay for is refinement and mouthfeel rather than age or proof.
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 slightly more proof behind it.
- Go with Michter's US*1 Small Batch if you want a smooth, polished pour with a premium feel and no rough edges at a significantly lower price point and without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat (E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel); neat, rocks (Michter's US*1 Small Batch).