Colonel E.H. Taylor Jr. Barrel Proof Batch 13 is a bold, uncut, and unfiltered expression from the revered Buffalo Trace Distillery. Bottled at 127.3 proof (63.65% ABV), this straight Kentucky bourbon is released at cask strength, honoring the legacy of Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor Jr.—one of the founding fathers of modern bourbon.
Key Features:
- Batch: 13
- Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- Proof: 127.3 (63.65% ABV) – Barrel Proof / Cask Strength
- Volume: 750mL
- Mash Bill: Buffalo Trace’s low-rye bourbon mash bill (shared with Eagle Rare, Stagg, etc.)
- Unfiltered & Uncut: Bottled straight from the barrel, no chill filtration
Tasting Notes:
- Aroma: Bold and complex with notes of dark caramel, charred oak, vanilla bean, and rich dried fruit
- Palate: Intense and full-bodied with flavors of brown sugar, cinnamon, toasted nuts, dark cherry, and leather
- Finish: Long and warm with layers of spice, oak, and lingering sweetness
Serving Suggestions:
- Neat: Ideal for seasoned bourbon lovers who enjoy high-proof complexity
- With a Splash of Water: Opens up deeper flavors and enhances balance
- Glassware: Best enjoyed in a Glencairn glass or rocks glass for optimal aroma and sipping experience
Batch 13 of E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof continues the line’s tradition of excellence—rich, intense, and powerfully elegant, it’s a standout pour for collectors and high-proof bourbon fans alike.
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