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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel vs Penelope Toasted Series
Put E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel next to Penelope Toasted Series and you have a classic, corn-forward stalwart set against a sourced, high-rye blend.
Key Specifications
| Feature | E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel | Penelope Toasted Series |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | High-Rye Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | 75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) | 100 proof (50% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$70 – $140 | ~$55 – $70 ~$43 less |
| Availability | Allocated | Widely available easier to find |
- E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel does 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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Flavor Profile
E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel Penelope Toasted Series
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 6 out of 10, Penelope Toasted Series 7 out of 10
oak 8/7 oak: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 8 out of 10, Penelope Toasted Series 7 out of 10
fruit 5/4 fruit: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Penelope Toasted Series 4 out of 10
nuttiness 4/3 nuttiness: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 4 out of 10, Penelope Toasted Series 3 out of 10
spice 5/5 spice: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Penelope Toasted Series 5 out of 10
heat 5/5 heat: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Penelope Toasted Series 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
These two land close together on every flavor axis — the differences are in texture and proof more than character.
- 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.
- Penelope Toasted Series: Finished in a second, freshly toasted barrel, which pushes it toward toffee, roasted coffee and darker oak. The toast level changes from batch to batch.
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 Penelope Toasted Series if you want a toasty, coffee-and-toffee bourbon from a second-barrel finish at a significantly lower price point and without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat (E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel); neat, old-fashioned (Penelope Toasted Series).