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Stellum Bourbon vs Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
On paper Stellum Bourbon and Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof are near neighbours — both traditional bourbons — so price (~$45 – $55 vs. ~$75 – $200) is what actually decides it.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Stellum Bourbon | Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 115 proof (57.5% ABV) | 130.3 proof (65.2% ABV) +15 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$45 – $55 ~$88 less | ~$75 – $200 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- Stellum Bourbon and Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof do not publish an official mash bill.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
Stellum Bourbon
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
A top 5 bottle.
Flavor Profile
Stellum Bourbon Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
nuttiness 3/6 nuttiness: Stellum Bourbon 3 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
spice 7/5 spice: Stellum Bourbon 7 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10
oak 6/8 oak: Stellum Bourbon 6 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10
heat 7/9 heat: Stellum Bourbon 7 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: Stellum Bourbon 6 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
fruit 4/4 fruit: Stellum Bourbon 4 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Nutty, grain-driven character is the divider.
- Stellum Bourbon: Barrell's lower-priced, cask-strength line. It drinks gentler than its proof, with vanilla and caramel on top of cinnamon, clove and a long, spicy finish.
- 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 Stellum Bourbon if you want a cask-strength, multi-state blend that drinks easier than its proof 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.
Best enjoyed neat, old-fashioned (Stellum Bourbon); neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof).