E.H. Taylor, Jr. Single Barrel & Small Batch Bundle

Product Description

E.H. Taylor, Jr. Single Barrel & Small Batch Bundle: The Core of the Taylor Lineup, Together

The E.H. Taylor, Jr. Single Barrel & Small Batch Bundle pairs two of the most sought-after bottles from Buffalo Trace Distillery's Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. line. Both are Kentucky straight bourbons, bottled in bond at 100 proof, and both are tributes to the man widely credited as the father of the modern bourbon industry. Allocated bottles like these can be hard to find one at a time. This bundle puts two of them in one order, which makes it a strong pick for collectors, gift-givers, and anyone who wants to compare a single barrel with a small batch side by side.

Who Was Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr.?

Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr. was a Kentucky distiller, innovator, and promoter, and a key figure in getting the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897 passed. That law guaranteed consumers a minimum level of quality at a time when counterfeit and adulterated whiskey was common. It required that a bottled-in-bond whiskey be distilled by one distiller at one distillery in a single distilling season, aged at least four years in a government-supervised bonded warehouse, and bottled at exactly 100 proof. Taylor also served as mayor of Frankfort, Kentucky, and pioneered many methods still used in distilling today, including climate-controlled aging warehouses. Buffalo Trace launched the E.H. Taylor, Jr. collection in 2011, and every bottle in it is built to meet the standards he fought for.

What's in the Bundle

This bundle includes two 750ml bottles:

• Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Single Barrel Bourbon: Each bottle comes from one individually selected barrel, so its character is a little different every time. It is aged in the historic Warehouse C, built by Colonel Taylor, which is known for its aging conditions.
• Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Small Batch Bourbon: A blend of a small number of selected barrels. It is the entry point to the Taylor line and a long-time favorite, first released in 2013.

How the Two Bourbons Are Made

Both bourbons are distilled at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, using Buffalo Trace's Mash Bill #1, a low-rye recipe. Both are bottled in bond at 100 proof (50% ABV) and carry the official bottled-in-bond designation, which means they are at least four years old. Neither carries an age statement, and age estimates for both are based on flavor and price.

Tasting Notes

Single Barrel

Nose: Lightly toasted oak, dried figs, and butterscotch.

Palate: Sweetness balanced with tobacco and dark spices.

Finish: Just long enough to prepare the palate for another sip.

Small Batch

Nose: Raisins, black pepper, cherry, and candied oranges.

Palate: Caramel corn sweetness mingled with butterscotch and licorice.

Finish: A soft mouthfeel that turns to subtle pepper and tobacco spice.

Single Barrel vs. Small Batch: What's the Difference?

Both share the same mash bill, proof, and bottled-in-bond standard, so the difference comes down to selection. The Single Barrel is bottled from one hand-picked barrel, so each bottle has its own character and the flavor can vary from one to the next. The Small Batch blends a limited number of barrels, which gives a more consistent profile bottle to bottle. Tasting them next to each other is a good way to see how barrel selection and blending change the same recipe. Reviewers often describe the Small Batch as sweeter and fruitier, and the Single Barrel as drier, with more oak, fig, and tobacco.

Food Pairings

The caramel and butterscotch character of these bourbons pairs well with pecan pie, dark chocolate, and aged cheddar. Their tobacco and spice notes suit grilled steak, smoked brisket, and a good cigar. The Small Batch's cherry and candied orange notes work well with a dark cherry dessert or an orange-glazed pork dish.

Serving Suggestions

Both bottles are best served neat in a Glencairn or tulip glass, so the bottled-in-bond proof and layered flavor come through. Add a few drops of water to open up the aromas, or serve over a single large cube. Pouring both in the same session lets you compare them directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's included in this bundle? One 750ml bottle of Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Single Barrel Bourbon and one 750ml bottle of Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Small Batch Bourbon.

What proof are these bourbons? Both are bottled in bond at 100 proof (50% ABV).

What does bottled-in-bond mean? Under the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, the whiskey must come from one distiller at one distillery in one distilling season, be aged at least four years in a bonded warehouse, and be bottled at 100 proof.

What mash bill do they use? Buffalo Trace's Mash Bill #1, a low-rye recipe.

Where are they made? At Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky.

Is E.H. Taylor the same as Old Taylor? No. E.H. Taylor, Jr. is a separate brand created by Buffalo Trace.

Is this a good gift? Yes. Two of the hardest-to-find Buffalo Trace bourbons in one set make a strong gift for bourbon fans and collectors.

Explore More

Looking for more allocated Buffalo Trace bourbon? Try the Blanton's, E.H. Taylor, Eagle Rare, Buffalo Trace & Weller 107 Bundle for five bottles in one order, browse our Whiskey Bundle collection for more multi-bottle sets, or shop the full Bourbon collection for more E.H. Taylor, Jr. expressions.

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