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Michter's US*1 Small Batch vs E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Michter's US*1 Small Batch and E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel are cut from similar cloth: two takes on traditional bourbons, where the real difference is price (~$45 – $55 vs. ~$70 – $140).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Michter's US*1 Small Batch | 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 | ~$45 – $55 ~$55 less | ~$70 – $140 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- Michter's US*1 Small Batch 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 Single Barrel do not publish an official mash bill.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 Small Batch
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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
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Flavor Profile
Michter's US*1 Small Batch E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 5/8 oak: Michter's US*1 Small Batch 5 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 8 out of 10
heat 3/5 heat: Michter's US*1 Small Batch 3 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: Michter's US*1 Small Batch 7 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 6 out of 10
spice 4/5 spice: Michter's US*1 Small Batch 4 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
fruit 5/5 fruit: Michter's US*1 Small Batch 5 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
nuttiness 4/4 nuttiness: Michter's US*1 Small Batch 4 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Barrel influence is the main separator.
- Michter's US*1 Small Batch: Polished and easy-drinking, with butterscotch and stone fruit and very little rough edge. What you pay for is refinement and mouthfeel rather than age or proof.
- 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 Small Batch if you want a smooth, polished pour with a premium feel and no rough edges at a significantly lower price point and 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 with slightly more proof behind it.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (Michter's US*1 Small Batch); neat (E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel).