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Ezra Brooks 99 vs Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Comparing Ezra Brooks 99 and Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof reveals a matchup between a sourced, even-keeled blend and an uncut, cask-strength bruiser.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Ezra Brooks 99 | Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 99 proof (49.5% ABV) | 130.3 proof (65.2% ABV) +31 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$22 – $28 ~$113 less | ~$75 – $200 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- Ezra Brooks 99 and Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Ezra Brooks 99
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
A top 5 bottle.
Flavor Profile
Ezra Brooks 99 Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 5/9 heat: Ezra Brooks 99 5 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10
oak 5/8 oak: Ezra Brooks 99 5 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10
fruit 2/4 fruit: Ezra Brooks 99 2 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10
spice 4/5 spice: Ezra Brooks 99 4 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10
nuttiness 5/6 nuttiness: Ezra Brooks 99 5 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: Ezra Brooks 99 6 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Proof and heat dominate the difference.
- Ezra Brooks 99: A high-proof value bottle from Lux Row. The nose is quiet, but the palate is bolder, with creamy caramel, brown sugar and a nutty, peanut-like edge.
- Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof: E.H. Taylor straight from the barrel. Very hot and nutty, with toasted pecan, dark sugar and heavy oak; the proof changes with each batch.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Ezra Brooks 99 if you want a high-proof, nutty, caramel-forward everyday bourbon at a significantly lower price point and without hunting for it.
- Go with Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof if you want a hot, nutty, barrel-proof Buffalo Trace bourbon with the texture that comes from skipping chill filtration.
Best enjoyed rocks, old-fashioned, cocktails (Ezra Brooks 99); neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof).