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Jefferson’s Very Small Batch vs Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Comparing Jefferson’s Very Small Batch 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 | Jefferson’s Very Small Batch | Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 82.3 proof (41.1% ABV) | 130.3 proof (65.2% ABV) +48 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$28 – $36 ~$106 less | ~$75 – $200 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- Jefferson’s Very Small Batch and Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof do not publish an official mash bill.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
Jefferson’s Very Small Batch
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
A top 5 bottle.
Flavor Profile
Jefferson’s Very Small Batch Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 2/9 heat: Jefferson’s Very Small Batch 2 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10
oak 4/8 oak: Jefferson’s Very Small Batch 4 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10
nuttiness 3/6 nuttiness: Jefferson’s Very Small Batch 3 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
spice 4/5 spice: Jefferson’s Very Small Batch 4 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10
fruit 5/4 fruit: Jefferson’s Very Small Batch 5 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: Jefferson’s Very Small Batch 6 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Proof and heat dominate the difference.
- Jefferson’s Very Small Batch: A blend of sourced barrels bottled at a very gentle 82.3 proof. Easy and inoffensive, but thin enough that it is hard to recommend over bonded bottles costing less.
- 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 Jefferson’s Very Small Batch if you want an especially soft, low-proof pour and gentleness matters more than intensity at a significantly lower price point.
- 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, cocktails, highball (Jefferson’s Very Small Batch); neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof).