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Zackariah Harris vs E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Zackariah Harris and E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel sit on opposite sides of a familiar divide: a sourced, classically built blend versus an old-guard, classically built classic.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Zackariah Harris | 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 | 80 proof (40% ABV) | 100 proof (50% ABV) +20 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$13 – $22 ~$88 less | ~$70 – $140 |
| Availability | Widely available easier to find | Allocated |
- Zackariah Harris 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 Single Barrel do not publish an official mash bill.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
Zackariah Harris
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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
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Flavor Profile
Zackariah Harris E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 3/8 oak: Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 8 out of 10
fruit 2/5 fruit: Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
spice 3/5 spice: Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
heat 3/5 heat: Zackariah Harris 3 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
nuttiness 2/4 nuttiness: Zackariah Harris 2 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 4 out of 10
sweetness 5/6 sweetness: Zackariah Harris 5 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 6 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Barrel influence is the main separator.
- Zackariah Harris: A bottom-shelf Kentucky straight bourbon, mostly sold in liters and handles. Simple caramel and oak with a short, warm 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 Zackariah Harris if you want a simple Kentucky bourbon for mixing 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 more proof behind it.
Best enjoyed highball, cocktails (Zackariah Harris); neat (E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel).