Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof (Batch 14)

Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof (Batch 14, APRROX. 127.2 Proof)
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | APPROX. 63.7% ABV (127.2 Proof) | 750 mL | Uncut & Unfiltered

Process & Profile

The 14th annual release of the renowned Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof is drawn from hand-selected barrels aged in historic Warehouse C at Buffalo Trace Distillery. This expression is bottled straight from the barrel—uncut and unfiltered—at a bold 127.2 proof, preserving the full intensity of the spirit. The mash bill mirrors Buffalo Trace’s low-rye “Mash Bill #1,” giving a foundation of rich corn sweetness layered with mature oak and spice. 

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Deep caramel, dark cherry compote, seasoned oak and a hint of cocoa.

• Palate: Full-bodied with vanilla bean, toffee, dark fruit preserves, roasted pecan and a touch of black pepper.

• Finish: Long and warming with lingering charred oak, tobacco leaf and a satin-smooth spice-driven fade.

What Makes It Special

• Bottled at 127.2 proof (63.6% ABV)—one of the highest proofs in the series. 

• Uncut and unfiltered, capturing the pure barrel essence without dilution or chill-filtration. 

• Part of a limited annual release series honoring the pioneering distiller Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr., and produced in the historic warehouses of Buffalo Trace. 

• Crafted from the same low-rye mash bill used in many celebrated Buffalo Trace bourbons—yielding structured sweetness and mature flavor. 

How to Enjoy

Pour neat in a Glencairn or tulip glass and allow a minute for the rich aromas to open after bottling. Because of its high proof, add a single drop of water or a large ice cube if desired, which will open further layers of dark fruit and oak without diluting the experience. Best enjoyed slowly to appreciate the evolving complexity. Pairs well with dark chocolate, toasted pecans or a bold cigar.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof (Batch 14)?
   A limited-release, barrel-proof Kentucky straight bourbon, uncut and unfiltered, at 127.4 proof from the E.H. Taylor line.

2. What is the alcohol content?
   127.4 proof, which equals approximately 63.6% ABV.

3. Is it chill-filtered or diluted?
   No—it is bottled straight from the barrel with no dilution or chill-filtration.

4. Where is it produced, and what mash bill is used?
   Produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, using the low-rye Mash Bill #1.

5. Where can I buy it?
   Available through select retailers and allocations; The Barrel Tap is among trusted sources for allocated bourbon releases.