{"product_id":"colonel-e-h-taylor-jr-barrel-proof-bourbon-batch-15","title":"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon (Batch 15)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cmp-text\" id=\"text-a09896fcd8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch 15\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon | 63.95% ABV | 127.9 Proof | 750mL | Barrel Proof | Batch 15 | 2026 Release\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch 15 is a powerful 2026 release from Buffalo Trace, bottled at 127.9 proof for a full-strength expression of classic Kentucky bourbon. This barrel proof release delivers bold depth, rich sweetness, mature oak, baking spice, and the intense structure collectors expect from the Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled without dilution down to a lower proof, Batch 15 shows a deeper and more concentrated side of the bourbon profile. Caramel, vanilla, dark fruit, brown sugar, toasted oak, leather, cinnamon, clove, and barrel spice come together with a long, warming finish that highlights its 127.9 proof strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch 15 is a strong choice for Buffalo Trace collectors, barrel proof bourbon fans, special occasion pours, gifting, and anyone looking for a bold 2026 release with intensity, structure, and collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, dark cherry, brown sugar, toasted oak, leather, cinnamon, clove, and warm barrel spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and powerful with caramel, toffee, vanilla, dark fruit, oak, baking spice, tobacco, leather, and rich barrel proof heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with lingering oak, caramel, spice, dark fruit, vanilla, leather, and bold 127.9 proof intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2026 Batch 15 release\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at 127.9 proof\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e63.95% ABV barrel proof bourbon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBold Kentucky straight bourbon profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich notes of caramel, vanilla, oak, dark fruit, spice, and leather\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong choice for Buffalo Trace collectors and barrel proof bourbon fans\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for sipping neat, proofing down with water, and special occasion pours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSip neat to experience the full barrel proof character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet it barrel proof bourbon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the Colonel rest in the glass before tasting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a few drops of water to open up caramel, oak, fruit, and spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe over a large ice cube for a slower, softer pour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse in a premium Old Fashioned for extra depth and strength\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with dark chocolate, smoked meats, roasted nuts, caramel desserts, cigars, or aged cheese\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch 15?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch 15 is a 2026 barrel proof Kentucky straight bourbon release bottled at 127.9 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch 15?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch 15 is bottled at 127.9 proof, or 63.95% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch 15 taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch 15 offers caramel, vanilla, dark fruit, toasted oak, brown sugar, leather, tobacco, cinnamon, clove, and bold barrel spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should you drink Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch 15?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch 15 is best enjoyed neat, with a few drops of water, over a large ice cube, or in a premium Old Fashioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch 15?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can buy Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch 15 directly from The Barrel Tap, where you can shop bourbon whiskey and other premium spirits online.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Colonel E.H. 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