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Wild Turkey Longbranch vs Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Wild Turkey Longbranch and Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof sit on opposite sides of a familiar divide: an old-guard, classically built classic versus an undiluted barrel-strength pour.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Wild Turkey Longbranch | Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 13% rye, 12% malted barley | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | 8 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 86 proof (43% ABV) | 130.3 proof (65.2% ABV) +44 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$35 – $45 ~$98 less | ~$75 – $200 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- Wild Turkey Longbranch and Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof do not publish an official mash bill.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
Wild Turkey Longbranch
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
A top 5 bottle.
Flavor Profile
Wild Turkey Longbranch Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 3/9 heat: Wild Turkey Longbranch 3 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10
nuttiness 2/6 nuttiness: Wild Turkey Longbranch 2 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
oak 5/8 oak: Wild Turkey Longbranch 5 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: Wild Turkey Longbranch 7 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
spice 4/5 spice: Wild Turkey Longbranch 4 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10
fruit 5/4 fruit: Wild Turkey Longbranch 5 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Proof and heat dominate the difference.
- Wild Turkey Longbranch: Eight-year Wild Turkey filtered through American oak charcoal and then Texas mesquite charcoal. It is softer and sweeter than the usual Turkey, with honey and orange and a faint smoke.
- 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 Wild Turkey Longbranch if you want a softer, sweeter Wild Turkey with a light mesquite smoke 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, highball, old-fashioned (Wild Turkey Longbranch); neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof).