{"product_id":"colonel-e-h-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-13-bourbon-whiskey","title":"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof (Batch 13, 127.3 Proof)","description":"\u003cp\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 13 is a high-proof bourbon whiskey from Buffalo Trace Distillery, bottled at cask strength 127.3 proof without chill filtration or dilution. This small-batch release represents the uncompromising vision of Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor Jr., delivering unrestrained intensity and complexity that has made it a coveted collector's bottle. The Colonel E.H. Taylor series honors Edmund Haynes Taylor Jr., the 19th-century bourbon pioneer who helped establish the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897. Buffalo Trace Distillery continues his legacy with these limited releases that showcase the distillery's commitment to quality and craftsmanship. At pbexpressliquor.com, we understand that serious bourbon collectors seek these exceptional barrel-proof expressions that capture the true character of American whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explosive caramel and dark chocolate, seasoned oak, tobacco leaf, dried fruit, brown sugar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied with layers of toffee, vanilla bean, baking spice, leather, peppery heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long and warming with oak spice, brown sugar sweetness, lingering warmth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e63.65% (127.3 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7-9 Years (Estimated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew Charred Oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrel Proof Batch 13\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited batch release with significant investment potential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a few drops of water to open up the complex flavors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium pour for celebrating milestones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBourbon Enthusiasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Experience unfiltered barrel strength intensity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bourbon is bottled directly from the barrel at cask strength without chill filtration or dilution, preserving all the natural oils and congeners that create its intense flavor profile. The limited batch releases make each bottling unique and highly sought after by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink barrel proof bourbon at 127.3 proof?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart neat in a Glencairn glass to appreciate the full intensity, then experiment with adding small amounts of distilled water to open up different flavor layers. Many enthusiasts find that 2-3 drops of water reveal hidden complexity without overwhelming the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between this and regular Colonel E.H. Taylor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Barrel Proof series is bottled at cask strength (127.3 proof) while the Small Batch is bottled at 100 proof. The barrel proof version offers more intense flavors, greater complexity, and represents the whiskey exactly as it came from the barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good investment bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof releases have shown strong secondary market performance due to limited availability and Buffalo Trace's reputation. However, we recommend buying primarily for enjoyment rather than speculation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this compare to other barrel proof bourbons?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis offers similar intensity to Elijah Craig Barrel Proof or Booker's but with Buffalo Trace's signature low-rye mash bill character. It's less fruity than Maker's Mark Cask Strength and more refined than many craft barrel proof offerings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53225041821990,"sku":"EHTBP-B13","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/7951\/6015\/files\/Logo2.pdf_935bf2c0-e9bb-4b77-b866-036fe6cfd800.png?v=1779148634","url":"https:\/\/pbexpressliquor.com\/products\/colonel-e-h-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-13-bourbon-whiskey","provider":"PB Express","version":"1.0","type":"link"}