Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof is an uncut, unfiltered Kentucky straight bourbon bottled straight from the barrel, released here as Batch 15.
Part of the acclaimed E.H. Taylor, Jr. range from Buffalo Trace Distillery, the Barrel Proof expression is bottled at full cask strength — uncut and unfiltered — to showcase the bourbon exactly as it comes from the barrel. Each batch varies slightly in proof, delivering a bold, full-bodied pour with deep caramel, oak, spice, and rich bourbon intensity. A highly sought-after, allocated release for collectors and cask-strength enthusiasts.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Rich caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, dark fruit, and baking spice.
Palate: Full and powerful, with brown sugar, oak, cinnamon, leather, and deep bourbon sweetness.
Finish: Long, warming, and intense, with lingering oak, spice, and caramel.
Specifications
Producer: Buffalo Trace Distillery (E.H. Taylor, Jr.)
Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Barrel Proof, Batch 15)
Strength: Barrel proof, uncut and unfiltered (varies by batch)
Region: Kentucky, USA
Size: 750mL
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does barrel proof mean?
It means the bourbon is bottled uncut and unfiltered straight from the barrel, so the proof reflects its natural cask strength and varies by batch.
What is Batch 15?
It identifies this specific barrel-proof release in the E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof series; each batch differs slightly in proof and character.
Is it allocated?
Yes — E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof is a highly sought-after, limited-allocation release.
