Colonel EH Taylor Barrel Proof Bourbon Whiskey

The Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Bourbon is a powerhouse expression of Buffalo Trace’s renowned Mash Bill #1, this cask-strength bourbon offers bold, layered richness—anchored in caramel and dark fruit, yet restrained enough to reveal surprising finesse beneath the proof.

Origins & Craftsmanship

• Crafted at Buffalo Trace Distillery (Sazerac), following legacy methods inspired by Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor Jr.—one of bourbon’s true pioneers.

• Non-age-stated, but estimated at 6–8 years in barrel.

• Released annually as a barrel-proof, uncut and unfiltered bourbon, typically between 127–131 proof (around 63–65% ABV). (This edition is 127.4 Proof, uncut & unfiltered)

• Features the well-loved Mash Bill #1, with low rye, a staple behind Buffalo Trace, Stagg Jr., and George T. Stagg.
  

Tasting Profile

Nose:
Deep, rich, and inviting—think butterscotch and fig, layered with mocha, brown sugar, and toasted oak. Fruit roll-up sweetness and straw-like herbal notes mingle with candied cherry and vanilla mousse.

Palate:
Opens robust yet surprisingly light—wild berry cobbler, salted caramel, and whipped cream sweetness yield to vanilla, butterscotch, and chocolate undertones. A soft wave of peppery spice, tobacco, and cedar adds structure.

Finish:
Long and warming—butterscotch, toffee, and vanilla custard dominate, enriched with oak depth, macadamia nut, and a tingle of cinnamon and pink peppercorns. Layers of tobacco and dark fruit echo the journey

Variation Across Batches:
While the core profile remains consistent, subtle distinctions emerge from one batch to another—some chanting cherry fruit, others leaning into herbal complexity or heavier oak. Overall, butterscotch remains the signature anchor.

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