Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr. is a legend in the bourbon industry. His legacy began at O.F.C. aka Old Fire Copper distillery (which is now Buffalo Trace). A man of many talents, he was a strong advocate of the Bottled-in-Bond Act, and along with George T Stagg, grew the distillery that makes some of my favorite bourbons to this day. This small batch bourbon is one of many releases in the E.H. Taylor line, so keep an eye out for future reviews, including the E.H. Taylor barrel proof, rye, cured oak, and single barrel. Details:
-Bottled in Bond, No Age Statement
-100
proof
-Price:
$40
Nose: Caramel candy is the initial scent that floats out of my glass. Vanilla wafers and green apple follow along with a subtle herbal bouquet.
Taste: A soft mouth-feel with burnt sugars and sweet corn. Subtle spices of black pepper and tobacco combine with a gentle juicy fruit gum note to add an unique depth of flavor.
Finish: A short, warming finish with subtle spice and toasted oak.
Conclusion: I am a huge fan of these bottled in bond bourbons. This is a sweet, well balanced whiskey with a unique character. At $40 a bottle, I would rather spend some extra cash and grab the E.H. Taylor Single Barrel or Barrel Proof expression, but this is still a good bottle and is worth a try.
My Rating: B (Good)
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