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Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish vs E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Comparing Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish and E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel is a closer contest than it looks — both are traditional bourbons, separated mainly by proof (91.4 vs. 100).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish | E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 91.4 proof (45.7% ABV) | 100 proof (50% ABV) +9 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$90 – $130 | ~$70 – $140 ~$5 less |
| Availability | Limited easier to find | Allocated |
- Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish and E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel do not publish an official mash bill.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
Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish
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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
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Flavor Profile
Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
sweetness 8/6 sweetness: Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish 8 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 6 out of 10
spice 4/5 spice: Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish 4 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
heat 4/5 heat: Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish 4 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
oak 8/8 oak: Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish 8 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 8 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish 5 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
nuttiness 4/4 nuttiness: Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish 4 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Sweetness is where these two part ways.
- Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish: The standard Michter's bourbon given a second toasted barrel, which adds sweetness and wood to an already polished pour. Genuinely good, though the price has drifted well past what the liquid alone justifies.
- 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.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish if you want the smoothest, most polished toasted-barrel pour here and price is not the deciding factor without hunting for it.
- 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 at a slightly lower price point.
Best enjoyed neat (Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish); neat (E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel).