{"product_id":"colonel-eh-taylor-jr-barrel-proof-bourbon-whiskey-batch-15","title":"Colonel EH Taylor Jr Barrel Proof Bourbon Whiskey Batch 15","description":"\u003ch2\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Whiskey Batch 15 – Rare Uncut Kentucky Bourbon\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor Jr. Barrel Proof Batch 15\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most coveted and highly allocated releases in American whiskey — a \u003cstrong\u003erare, uncut, and unfiltered Kentucky straight bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e from the legendary \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e, bottled under the storied E.H. Taylor Jr. label. Named after \u003cstrong\u003eEdmund Haynes Taylor Jr.\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the most influential figures in bourbon history and a pioneer of the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897 — this barrel proof expression honors his legacy with an uncompromising, full-strength bottling of exceptional quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach batch of E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof is released in extremely limited quantities, allocated to select markets, and bottled at \u003cstrong\u003enatural barrel strength without dilution or chill filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e — delivering the full, unadulterated intensity of Buffalo Trace's finest aged bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich caramel, vanilla bean, toasted oak, dark fruit, and warm baking spice — complex and inviting at full barrel proof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and intensely layered with concentrated caramel, dark chocolate, dried cherry, charred oak, and a bold spice that only an uncut, unfiltered barrel proof bourbon can deliver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long and warming with lingering vanilla, oak, dark fruit, and a deep, satisfying barrel-proof heat that evolves beautifully in the glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePairing Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest savored \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature — a few drops of water will open the aromatics significantly at barrel proof. Pairs beautifully with \u003cstrong\u003edark chocolate, smoked brisket, aged cheddar, and pecan pie\u003c\/strong\u003e. Also exceptional as the base for a premium \u003cstrong\u003eBourbon Old Fashioned or Manhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eBarrel proof (Batch 15)\u003c\/strong\u003e — uncut at natural barrel strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eUncut \u0026amp; unfiltered\u003c\/strong\u003e — bottled straight from the barrel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ From \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e under the historic E.H. Taylor Jr. label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Named after \u003cstrong\u003eEdmund Haynes Taylor Jr.\u003c\/strong\u003e — pioneer of the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eHighly allocated\u003c\/strong\u003e — extremely limited availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Available at Del Mesa Liquor with nationwide shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWho was Colonel E.H. Taylor Jr.?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdmund Haynes Taylor Jr.\u003c\/strong\u003e was one of the most influential figures in American bourbon history. A visionary distiller and entrepreneur, he championed quality and transparency in whiskey production and was instrumental in passing the \u003cstrong\u003eBottled-in-Bond Act of 1897\u003c\/strong\u003e — the first consumer protection law for spirits in the United States, guaranteeing that bonded whiskey was the product of one distillery, one distiller, and one season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat makes E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof different from other E.H. Taylor expressions?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBarrel Proof\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most intense and uncompromising expression in the E.H. Taylor lineup — bottled at natural barrel strength without dilution or chill filtration, delivering maximum flavor concentration, texture, and complexity compared to the standard 100 proof Bottled-in-Bond expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat does \"uncut and unfiltered\" mean?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUncut\u003c\/strong\u003e means the bourbon is bottled at its natural barrel proof without water dilution. \u003cstrong\u003eUnfiltered\u003c\/strong\u003e means it has not been chill-filtered, preserving the full range of flavor compounds, oils, and texture. The result is a bolder, richer, and more complex whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy is E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof so hard to find?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eE.H. Taylor Barrel Proof is released in \u003cstrong\u003eextremely limited quantities\u003c\/strong\u003e on an irregular schedule and is highly allocated to select markets — making it one of the most sought-after and difficult-to-find bourbons in the Buffalo Trace portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhere can I buy Colonel E.H. Taylor Jr. Barrel Proof Batch 15?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can purchase it online through \u003cstrong\u003eDel Mesa Liquor\u003c\/strong\u003e with nationwide shipping available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Colonel E.H. 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