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Colonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch Bottled in Bond - 100 Proof (50% ABV)
$89.99 USD
The Colonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch Bottled in Bond is a highly regarded Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey from the Buffalo Trace Distillery, always bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV) in adherence to the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, which Colonel Taylor helped champion. It is generally aged between 6 and 8 years in the brand's historic, century-old warehouses.
Production Details and Heritage
- Bottled-in-Bond (BiB) Status: To be designated as BiB, the whiskey must be produced in a single distilling season, aged for a minimum of four years in a federally bonded warehouse, and bottled at exactly 100 proof.
- Mash Bill: It utilizes the same low-rye Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (estimated at less than 10% rye) used for expressions like Buffalo Trace and Eagle Rare, but the specific barrel selection and aging process give it a distinct profile.
- Distillery: Produced by the Buffalo Trace Distillery, the packaging is a nod to Colonel Taylor's original bottle designs from over a century ago.
Tasting Notes
The bourbon is praised for being approachable yet complex, with a rich and creamy mouthfeel that balances sweetness and spice.
- Nose: The nose is inviting and fruit-forward, featuring prominent notes of caramel, vanilla, and butterscotch. Reviewers often pick up hints of dried fruit, especially apple or cherry, along with light oak and cinnamon.
- Palate: The palate is rich and layered, starting with flavors of sweet corn, honey, and a creamy, caramel sweetness. This transitions to notes of stewed orchard fruits, dark chocolate, and a building warmth of cinnamon, clove, and a slight touch of tobacco leaf.
- Finish: The finish is smooth and medium-long, with lingering notes of sweet oak, brown sugar, and allspice, ending with a pleasant warmth and hints of mint or black pepper.
