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Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon vs Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Comparing Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon and Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof reveals a matchup between a modern, wheated craft expression and an uncut, cask-strength bruiser.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon | Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Wheated Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 75% corn, 15% wheat, 10% malted barley | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | 4 years | No age statement |
| Proof | 87 proof (43.5% ABV) | 130.3 proof (65.2% ABV) +43 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$40 – $45 ~$95 less | ~$75 – $200 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof does 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
Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon
Didn't care for this one.
Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
A top 5 bottle.
Flavor Profile
Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
heat 3/9 heat: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 3 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 9 out of 10
oak 4/8 oak: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 4 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 8 out of 10
spice 2/5 spice: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 2 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 5 out of 10
nuttiness 3/6 nuttiness: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 3 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
sweetness 6/6 sweetness: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 6 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 6 out of 10
fruit 4/4 fruit: Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon 4 out of 10, Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Proof and heat dominate the difference.
- Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon: A farm-to-bottle wheater from northern Illinois. Soft red winter wheat keeps it gentle and bready, with caramel and vanilla up front and very little bite at 87 proof.
- 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 Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon if you want a soft, easygoing wheated bourbon made start to finish on one Midwest farm at a significantly lower price point.
- Go with Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof if you want a hot, nutty, barrel-proof Buffalo Trace bourbon.
Best enjoyed rocks, highball, cocktails (Whiskey Acres Straight Bourbon); neat (Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof).