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Stellum Bourbon vs E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Comparing Stellum Bourbon and E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel reveals a matchup between an uncut, cask-strength bruiser and a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Stellum Bourbon | E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof | Traditional Bourbon |
| 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) +15 proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$45 – $55 ~$55 less | ~$70 – $140 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- Stellum Bourbon and E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel do not publish an official mash bill.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
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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
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Flavor Profile
Stellum Bourbon E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
spice 7/5 spice: Stellum Bourbon 7 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
oak 6/8 oak: Stellum Bourbon 6 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 8 out of 10
heat 7/5 heat: Stellum Bourbon 7 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
fruit 4/5 fruit: Stellum Bourbon 4 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/4 nuttiness: Stellum Bourbon 3 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 4 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: Stellum Bourbon 6 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The gap between these two is mostly about spice.
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
Best enjoyed neat, old-fashioned (Stellum Bourbon); neat (E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel).