{"title":"COLONEL E.H. TAYLOR, JR","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.mw-master-container{\n --mw-accent: [PLACEHOLDER_ACCENT]; \/* metallic foil (likely the gold foil) *\/\n --mw-glow: [PLACEHOLDER_GLOW]; \/* power color *\/\n --mw-bg: [PLACEHOLDER_BG]; \/* deep lowlight *\/\n --mw-text:#e0e0e0; --mw-muted:#b8b8b8; --mw-hair:#222;\n font-family: inherit; background:var(--mw-bg); color:var(--mw-text);\n line-height:1.7; padding:24px; margin-bottom:60px;\n}\n.mw-master-container .mw-h3{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase;\n font-size:0.9rem; letter-spacing:2px; margin-top:40px; display:block;\n border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow); padding-bottom:8px; margin-bottom:20px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-decoration:none; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent:hover{ color:#fff; text-decoration:underline; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-info-box{ background:linear-gradient(90deg, var(--mw-bg) 0%, var(--mw-glow) 100%);\n padding:25px; margin:25px 0; border-radius:0 4px 4px 0; border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n border-left:4px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container .mw-grid{ display:grid; grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr; gap:30px; margin:30px 0; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-card{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding:25px;\n border:1px solid var(--mw-glow); border-radius:4px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table{ width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-top:15px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td{ padding:14px 0; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n color:#ccc; font-size:0.95rem; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td:first-child{ font-weight:bold; width:50%; color:var(--mw-accent);\n text-transform:uppercase; font-size:0.75rem; letter-spacing:1px; }\n.mw-master-container details{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n border-radius:4px; margin-bottom:15px; }\n.mw-master-container summary{ padding:18px; color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; cursor:pointer;\n outline:none; list-style:none; display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center;\n text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.85rem; }\n.mw-master-container summary::after{ content:'+'; font-size:1.2rem; }\n.mw-master-container details[open]{ border:1px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container details[open] summary::after{ content:'-'; }\n.mw-master-container .details-content{ padding:0 20px 20px 20px; font-size:0.95rem; }\n@media (max-width:768px){ .mw-master-container .mw-grid{ grid-template-columns:1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eE.H. Taylor, Jr. is Buffalo Trace's tribute to Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr. — the father of the modern bourbon industry, who built the distillery now called Buffalo Trace and championed the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897. Most expressions are Bottled-in-Bond at 100 proof, in a bottle based on the Colonel's own century-old design, from the core Small Batch, Single Barrel and Straight Rye to Barrel Proof releases and a celebrated run of special bottlings. This page gathers the expressions in the vault, each linked to its own page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe House\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eProduced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky — the distillery Colonel Taylor rebuilt as the O.F.C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eNamed for Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr. (1832–1923), widely called the father of the modern bourbon industry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eMost expressions are Bottled-in-Bond: 100 proof, the product of one distillery and one distilling season, aged at least four years under federal supervision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBottled in a vintage design based on the Colonel's own bottle from over a century ago.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCore line (Bottled-in-Bond, 100 proof): Small Batch, Single Barrel and Straight Rye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBarrel Proof bourbon and rye are bottled uncut and unfiltered at cask strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSpecial and annual releases include Four Grain, Seasoned Wood, Cured Oak, Amaranth, 18-Year Marriage and the Warehouse C bottlings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eAged in 19th-century warehouses Colonel Taylor built; per-release proof and age are confirmed on each product page.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eThe Father of Bottled-in-Bond\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eColonel Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr. — a grand-nephew of President Zachary Taylor — bought the O.F.C. (Old Fire Copper) Distillery after the Civil War and rebuilt it into one of the most advanced distilleries of its day, introducing copper fermenters, column stills and climate-controlled aging. His push for quality and authenticity helped pass the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, a federal guarantee of how a whiskey was made. Buffalo Trace's E.H. Taylor line carries his name and, on most labels, the Bottled-in-Bond seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eA Bottled-in-Bond Range\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eThe core E.H. Taylor whiskies are Bottled-in-Bond at 100 proof — Small Batch and Single Barrel bourbons and a no-corn Straight Rye — with Barrel Proof bourbon and rye for those who want it uncut. Beyond the core, E.H. Taylor is among the most collected American whiskeys for its annual and experimental releases: Four Grain, Seasoned Wood, Cured Oak, Amaranth and the 18-Year Marriage among them, each released in small allocations. Proof and age vary by release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eThe Expressions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.9rem; margin-bottom:6px; margin-top:0;\"\u003eThe lineup, grouped by type. We link each bottle as it's confirmed in the vault:\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.8rem; padding-top:22px; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow);\"\u003eCore — Bottled-in-Bond (100 proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eSmall Batch\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eBourbon · Bottled-in-Bond · 100 proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eSingle Barrel\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eBourbon · Bottled-in-Bond · 100 proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eStraight Rye\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eRye · Bottled-in-Bond · 100 proof · no corn\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.8rem; padding-top:22px; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow);\"\u003eBarrel Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eBarrel Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eBourbon · uncut \u0026amp; unfiltered · 125+ proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eBarrel Proof Rye\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eRye · uncut · cask strength\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.8rem; padding-top:22px; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow);\"\u003eSpecial Releases \u0026amp; Antique Collection\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eFour Grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eBottled-in-Bond · corn, rye, wheat, malt\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eSeasoned Wood · Cured Oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eexperimental-oak releases\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eAmaranth (\"Grain of the Gods\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eamaranth grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e18-Year Marriage\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e18-year bourbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eWarehouse C · Tornado Surviving\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003ewarehouse releases\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/colonel-eh-taylor-bottled-in-bond-2025-btac-bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eThe 2025 Bottled-in-Bond release\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eAntique Collection · 100 proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:18px; font-size:0.9rem; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eWe link each E.H. Taylor bottle as it's confirmed in the vault. Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/buffalo-trace\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Buffalo Trace distillery collection\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/btac-the-buffalo-trace-antique-collection\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe full Antique Collection\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rare-allocated\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe rare and allocated vault\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eE.H. Taylor is a collector's mainstay: the Bottled-in-Bond core is hard to find at retail and trades briskly, while its limited releases — Four Grain, Amaranth, the 18-Year Marriage, Warehouse C and the rest — are among the most chased annual bourbons. Because Barrel Proof and the special bottlings vary release to release, the specific batch, proof and condition all matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eE.H. Taylor whiskies are distilled at Buffalo Trace and aged in 19th-century brick warehouses Colonel Taylor built. Most are Bottled-in-Bond: the product of one distillery and one distilling season, aged at least four years and bottled at 100 proof under federal supervision — the standard the Colonel helped create in 1897. Barrel Proof expressions are bottled uncut and unfiltered at cask strength (often 125+ proof), and special releases such as Four Grain and Amaranth use distinct mash bills. Exact proof, age and mash bill vary by release and are confirmed on each bottle's page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n \n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eEvery E.H. Taylor bottle sold through Midnight Whiskey is sourced as an authorized, authentic retailer, vault-stored and insured, shipped with protective handling and age-verified 21-and-over signature on delivery, and authenticated by our concierge before it ships. For the details, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ehow we confirm each bottle is genuine\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003evault storage and concierge service\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe sourcing standards we follow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n \n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho was Colonel E.H. Taylor, and what is the brand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColonel Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr. (1832–1923) is often called the father of the modern bourbon industry. After the Civil War he bought the O.F.C. Distillery — today's Buffalo Trace — where he pioneered copper fermenters, column stills and climate-controlled warehouses, and he championed the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897. The E.H. Taylor, Jr. line is Buffalo Trace's tribute to him, made mostly as Bottled-in-Bond whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the E.H. Taylor expressions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe core line is Bottled-in-Bond at 100 proof: Small Batch, Single Barrel and Straight Rye. Above them sit Barrel Proof bourbon and rye, bottled uncut at cask strength. The brand is also known for special annual releases — among them Four Grain, Seasoned Wood, Cured Oak, Amaranth, 18-Year Marriage and the Warehouse C bottlings — and an E.H. Taylor Bottled-in-Bond joined the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection in 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n \"@graph\": [\n {\n \"@type\": \"CollectionPage\",\n \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/collections\/e-h-taylor#collectionpage\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr.\",\n \"description\": \"Colonel E.H. 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Taylor, Jr. 18 Year Marriage Kentucky Straight Bourbon — Bottled-in-Bond","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n \/* Updated to Taylor Ochre: #d9a441 *\/\n .mw-h3 { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #3d2b1f; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n .mw-accent { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; }\n \n \/* Feature Box with Chocolate Brown to Black Gradient *\/\n .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a120b 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-left: 4px solid #d9a441; }\n \n \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-radius: 4px; }\n \n \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Cocoa *\/\n .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #8c7356; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n \n @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 LEGACY --\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. 18 Year Marriage\u003c\/span\u003e is a landmark one-time release from Buffalo Trace Distillery. Issued in 2020, this expression honors the legacy of the \"Father of the Modern Bourbon Industry\" through an unprecedented vatting of three distinct mash bills. It represents the oldest age-stated release in the standard Taylor lineup and a masterclass in long-term maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE TRIPLE MARRIAGE) --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Triple Marriage Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eThis limited edition is a \"marriage\" of Buffalo Trace’s most coveted recipes, all distilled in the 2002 season and matured for 18 years in climate-controlled warehouses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Blend:\u003c\/strong\u003e A precise union of Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye), Mash Bill #2 (High-Rye), and the legendary wheated Mash Bill W-1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottled-in-Bond:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adheres to the strict 1897 Act championed by Taylor himself—product of one distillery, one season, and exactly 100 proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 18 years, this release exceeds the BIB minimum maturation requirements by more than four times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vanilla butter cake, rich caramel, and deeply aged oak. Secondary notes of tea, cinnamon, and dried fruit unfold with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-full bodied. Front-palate caramel and vanilla lead into wheated sweetness and a structural spice backbone provided by the rye components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and satisfying. Toasted oak and cinnamon conclude with a signature closing spearmint note characteristic of elite, well-aged Buffalo Trace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \n \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003ePortfolio Tier\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eThe 18 Year Marriage sits at the absolute apex of the E.H. Taylor portfolio. It is grouped with \"unicorn\" releases like Tornado Surviving and Cured Oak, representing the pinnacle of the Sazerac collector's market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A layered, structural achievement in the history of the Bottled-in-Bond Act.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Bottled-in-Bond)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMB #1, MB #2, and Wheated Mash Bill W-1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 Years (Distilled 2002)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-Time Limited Edition (2020)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe 18 Year Marriage is one of the most decorated and elusive E.H. Taylor releases of the modern era. Its combination of an 18-year age statement—the oldest in the brand’s history—and the unique triple-mash-bill construction makes it a foundational asset for any blue-chip bourbon collection. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and includes the iconic yellow display tube. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure the highest standard for the secondary market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis historic bourbon is best enjoyed neat in a \u003cstrong\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. A few drops of limestone water will broaden the nose, highlighting the vanilla butter cake and baking spices. At this level of age and rarity, it is designed for slow, contemplative sipping rather than cocktail use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n \"@type\": \"Product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. 18 Year Marriage Bourbon\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/EHT_18_Year_Marriage.jpg\", \n \"description\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor 18 Year Marriage: A rare 100-proof marriage of three Buffalo Trace mash bills aged 18 years. Features notes of vanilla cake and spearmint.\",\n \"brand\": {\n \"@type\": \"Brand\",\n \"name\": \"E.H. 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Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey — Uncut and Unfiltered, 126 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n \/* Updated to Taylor Ochre: #d9a441 *\/\n .mw-h3 { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #3d2b1f; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n .mw-accent { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; }\n \n \/* Feature Box with Rye Amber to Black Gradient *\/\n .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #2b1d10 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-left: 4px solid #d9a441; }\n \n \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-radius: 4px; }\n \n \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Cocoa *\/\n .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #8c7356; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n \n @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 CATEGORY DEBUT --\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye\u003c\/span\u003e is the high-intensity debut of the first cask-strength rye in the Taylor Collection. Released in June 2024, this expression is built on Buffalo Trace's legendary 100% rye-and-malt mash bill—entirely devoid of corn. Bottled uncut and unfiltered at 126 proof, it delivers the raw, structural power of pure Kentucky rye at its natural strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 126 PROOF PURE RYE) --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Cask Strength Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eUnlike the Bottled-in-Bond Straight Rye, this barrel-proof iteration amplifies the \"no-corn\" pedigree, offering a structural density typically reserved for the Antique Collection's Thomas H. Handy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInaugural Release:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 13th addition to the E.H. Taylor Collection and the first parallel to the long-standing Bourbon Barrel Proof program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure Grain Integrity:\u003c\/strong\u003e The absence of corn allows for a sharp, peppery clarity, refined by the concentrated oils of an uncut and unfiltered bottling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandy-Adjacent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shares the same mash bill DNA as Sazerac 18 and Thomas H. Handy, serving as the high-proof anchor for the Taylor rye vertical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e White pepper and nutty undertones. Fresh floral aromatics and candied apricot develop over a base of soft, warm baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and authoritative. Sweet dried stone fruit transitions into a mid-palate of persistent pepper and a structural, oaky dryness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, full, and resonant. A signature closing of sweet honey and lingering rye spice, anchored by a sophisticated closing oak note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \n \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Rye Hierarchy\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eTaylor Barrel Proof Rye sits as the high-octane bridge between the 100-proof BIB Rye and the ultra-rare Sazerac 18. It is designed for the purist seeking the \"Handy\" profile with Taylor's signature Warehouse C influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural titan that reimagines the intensity of the pure rye grain.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Rye (Uncut \u0026amp; Unfiltered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (Estimated 6–9 Years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e126 Proof \/ 63% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% Rye \u0026amp; Malted Barley (No Corn)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInaugural Launch (June 2024)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe 2024 Barrel Proof Rye is a high-conviction target for vertical collectors, representing the \"Release #1\" status of a new annual pillar. Its collecting trajectory is expected to mirror the Bourbon Barrel Proof series, where early batches carry significant long-term premiums. The use of the \"no-corn\" Sazerac recipe at cask strength makes it a mandatory asset for those completing a Buffalo Trace rye vertical. Every bottle offered here includes the original presentation tube and is verified for pristine label integrity and authenticated seal condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo fully appreciate the 126-proof concentration, enjoy this rye \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. A few drops of limestone water will broaden the aromatics, specifically highlighting the candied apricot and floral top notes. For the high-end bartender, its no-corn structure makes it the premier choice for a \u003cstrong\u003eVieux Carré or Manhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the proof cuts cleanly through vermouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n \"@type\": \"Product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/EHT_Barrel_Proof_Rye_2024.jpg\", \n \"description\": \"E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Rye: The 126-proof uncut\/unfiltered debut from 2024. 100% rye mash bill with no corn. Notes of candied apricot, white pepper \u0026 honey. Rare.\",\n \"brand\": {\n \"@type\": \"Brand\",\n \"name\": \"E.H. 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Taylor, Jr. Cured Oak Kentucky Straight Bourbon — 17 Year, 100 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n \/* Updated to Taylor Ochre: #d9a441 *\/\n .mw-h3 { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #3d2b1f; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n .mw-accent { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; }\n \n \/* Feature Box with Aged Wood to Black Gradient *\/\n .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a120b 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-left: 4px solid #d9a441; }\n \n \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-radius: 4px; }\n \n \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Cedar *\/\n .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #8c7356; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n \n @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 TECHNICAL PRELUDE --\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Cured Oak\u003c\/span\u003e is a landmark 2015 limited edition that explores the chemical boundary of stave maturation. The defining feature of this release is the white oak barrels, which were air-dried outdoors for 13 months—more than twice the industry standard. This extended curing period allowed for the breakdown of harsh tannins and a concentration of flavor compounds before the spirit ever touched the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 13-MONTH STAVE CURE) --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Warehouse C Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eAged for 17 years in Taylor’s original 1881-built Warehouse C, this Bottled-in-Bond bourbon represents the longest age statement in the brand's history at the time of release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Curing:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 13-month outdoor stave seasoning process developed in partnership with Independent Stave Company.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the few 17-year-old Mash Bill #1 releases to emerge from the Buffalo Trace experimental program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e A one-time 2015 run of approximately 4,000 bottles, packaged in a custom pre-Prohibition style wooden crate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tobacco, dried fruit, and apricot. Evolving notes of lemon oil, honey, and stone fruit develop alongside toasty cedar and leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and rich. Vanilla, toffee, and fig lead into a mid-palate of baking spice and toasted oak with profound tannic depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, dry, and structural. A sophisticated conclusion of oak tannin and lingering vanilla with a closing soft spice note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \n \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eExperimental Pedigree\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eCured Oak is widely regarded as the most successful Taylor experiment, often outperforming the later Seasoned Wood and Four Grain releases in critical comparisons due to its 17-year integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A masterclass in how wood chemistry dictates spirit elegance.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Bottled-in-Bond)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13-Month Cured White Oak (ISC Partnership)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-Time Limited Edition (2015)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eCured Oak remains a \"white whale\" for E.H. Taylor enthusiasts. Its value is anchored by the 17-year age statement and the extremely finite production run of roughly 4,000 bottles. On the secondary market, the original wooden shipping crate is an essential component for a complete unit. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and includes all signature presentation packaging. This is a foundational asset for any collection focused on Buffalo Trace’s most impactful wood-science experiments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis expression is best appreciated neat in a \u003cstrong\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. The 17-year oak weight is significant; a few drops of limestone water will broaden the dried apricot and tobacco notes without thinning the structural mouthfeel. Due to its historical rarity, this is a contemplative spirit not intended for cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n \"@type\": \"Product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Cured Oak 17-Year Bourbon\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/EHT_Cured_Oak.jpg\", \n \"description\": \"E.H. Taylor Cured Oak: A 17-year 100-proof Bottled-in-Bond bourbon featuring 13-month air-dried staves. Rare 2015 release with notes of tobacco, apricot \u0026 honey.\",\n \"brand\": {\n \"@type\": \"Brand\",\n \"name\": \"E.H. 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Taylor, Jr. Four Grain Kentucky Straight Bourbon — 12 Year, 100 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n \/* Updated to Taylor Ochre: #d9a441 *\/\n .mw-h3 { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #3d2b1f; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n .mw-accent { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; }\n \n \/* Feature Box with Chocolate to Tobacco Brown Gradient *\/\n .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a120b 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-left: 4px solid #d9a441; }\n \n \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-radius: 4px; }\n \n \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Cocoa *\/\n .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #8c7356; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n \n @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 GRAIN HERITAGE --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Four Grain\u003c\/span\u003e is a structural anomaly in the Buffalo Trace portfolio. Distilled in 2005 and aged for 12 years, this expression utilizes a unique mash bill of corn, rye, wheat, and malted barley. By marrying the spicy tension of rye with the velvety softness of wheat, it reconstructs the grain varieties Taylor himself would have utilized in late-1800s Kentucky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE FOUR-GRAIN EXPERIMENT) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Marriage\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eMaster Distiller Harlen Wheatley designed this recipe to test the interaction between Buffalo Trace’s primary flavoring grains, resulting in a Bottled-in-Bond release of immense aromatic breadth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 12-year-old Bottled-in-Bond bourbon that represents the tenth major release in the Taylor lineup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Grain Tension:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uses both rye and wheat as flavoring grains—a rare practice that balances peppery spice against a creamy, buttery core.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2017\/2018 Vintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Released in two strictly limited waves drawn from sister barrels filled in the 2005 distillation season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, and clove. Strawberry and floral notes develop with air, alongside caramel corn and a faint, cooling mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and complex. Sweet vanilla and creamy butter transition into a mid-palate where rye spice and wheat softness work in perfect tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long and poised. Oak grip and lingering rye spice conclude with a clean, chocolate-weight sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Four-Grain Standard\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWhile many craft producers have experimented with four-grain recipes, the Taylor expression is considered the category's technical reference point. It is the only Taylor release to utilize this complex grain architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece where rye spice meets wheated elegance.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Four Grain)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 Years (Distilled 2005)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesignation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled-in-Bond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2017 (Inaugural) \/ 2018 (Second)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe E.H. Taylor Four Grain occupies a unique position for vertical collectors as the only release to span two consecutive years (2017-2018) rather than a single production run. Despite this, supply remains extremely finite, as both releases were drawn from the same 2005 distillation. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and includes the signature mustard-yellow display tube. Given its status as the only four-grain expression in the Buffalo Trace catalog, it remains a mandatory foundational asset for serious bourbon collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis complex bourbon is best appreciated neat in a \u003cstrong\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. A few drops of limestone water are recommended to broaden the strawberry and floral aromatic notes. At its 100-proof strength, it holds up beautifully over a single large cube, but its technical complexity is best served neat and at room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44766412308514,"sku":null,"price":1799.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/E.H.TaylorFourGrainLimitedRelease_MidnightWhiskeyRareSpirits_3.jpg?v=1779839564"},{"product_id":"colonel-eh-taylor-straight-rye-whiskey","title":"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Straight Rye Whiskey — Bottled-in-Bond, 100 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n \/* Updated to Taylor Ochre: #d9a441 *\/\n .mw-h3 { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #3d2b1f; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n .mw-accent { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; }\n \n \/* Feature Box with Chocolate Brown to Black Gradient *\/\n .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a120b 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-left: 4px solid #d9a441; }\n \n \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-radius: 4px; }\n \n \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Cocoa *\/\n .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #8c7356; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n \n @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 RYE HERITAGE --\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Straight Rye\u003c\/span\u003e is the definitive high-rye powerhouse of the Buffalo Trace portfolio. Released in 2012 as the brand's first non-bourbon expression, it utilizes a 100% rye-and-malt mash bill—entirely devoid of corn. This Bottled-in-Bond masterpiece honors Taylor’s uncompromising standards with a profile that leans into the sharp, aromatic tension of pure Kentucky rye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE NO-CORN DISTINCTION) --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Warehouse C Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eAged for approximately 6 to 8 years in Taylor’s original 1881-built warehouse, this release shares its technical DNA with the legendary Thomas H. Handy and Sazerac 18 Year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure Rye Grist:\u003c\/strong\u003e The absence of corn means zero balancing sweetness, allowing the natural pepper, mint, and citrus of the rye to take center stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottled-in-Bond:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adheres to the strict 1897 standards—product of a single distillery, single season, and exactly 100 proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarehouse C Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The brick-and-limestone environment provides a slow, integrated aging process that tames the rye's inherent heat into a sophisticated spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rye spice, dried mint, and citrus peel. Toffee and vanilla develop with air, alongside secondary notes of black pepper, dill, and faint cedar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and punchy. Bold rye spice and black pepper transition into a mid-palate of vanilla, toffee, and structural oak tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and resonant. A signature closing of dried mint and persistent rye spice that lingers cleanly without the syrupy weight of corn-based recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \n \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Rye Standard\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWithin the Sazerac hierarchy, the Taylor Rye sits as the 100-proof anchor between the standard Sazerac Rye and the Antique Collection's Thomas H. Handy. It is the definitive choice for the purist seeking a \"no-corn\" Kentucky structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural titan that reimagines the aromatic clarity of pure rye.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Rye Whiskey (Small Batch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRye \u0026amp; Malted Barley (No Corn)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (Typically 6–8 Years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesignation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled-in-Bond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAging Warehouse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse C (1881 Heritage)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe E.H. Taylor Straight Rye is a high-priority acquisition for those building a complete Warehouse C vertical. As the only non-bourbon entry in the core Taylor line, it holds a unique chemical position in the portfolio. Collectors value this release for its consistent 100-proof Bottled-in-Bond certification and its shared heritage with the most elite ryes in the Sazerac Antique Collection. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label integrity and includes the signature ochre-yellow presentation tube. Allocation has tightened significantly since its 2012 launch, making current bottling years increasingly difficult to secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo fully appreciate the \"no-corn\" structure, this rye is best enjoyed \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. Its 100-proof strength makes it the premier choice for a \u003cstrong\u003eSazerac or a Vieux Carré\u003c\/strong\u003e, where its spice cuts cleanly through vermouth and bitters. It also maintains exceptional clarity when served over a single large clear cube, which highlights the dried mint and cedar notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n \"@type\": \"Product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. 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INTRO \u0026 TERRITORY --\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Single Barrel\u003c\/span\u003e is a cornerstone of the Buffalo Trace portfolio, representing the absolute pinnacle of their single-barrel selection process. Distilled from the coveted Mash Bill #1 and aged in the legendary Warehouse C, each bottle is a unique snapshot of a single charred American oak barrel, capturing a singular moment in the history of the Sazerac distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE MASH BILL #1 REFERENCE) --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Warehouse C Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eAged for approximately 9 years in Taylor’s original 1881-built warehouse, this Bottled-in-Bond release is widely considered the technical reference for single-barrel Mash Bill #1 bourbons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingular Identity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike the Small Batch, each bottling is drawn from an individual barrel, offering nuanced variations in butterscotch and spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottled-in-Bond:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adheres to the strict 1897 standards—product of a single distillery, single season, and exactly 100 proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAward-Winning Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Named \u003cstrong\u003e\"American Whiskey of the Year\"\u003c\/strong\u003e (2013 World Whiskies Awards) and a perennial gold medalist at San Francisco.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly toasted oak, dried fig, and butterscotch. Caramel and vanilla develop alongside delicate baking spice, orange peel, and tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and balanced. Front-palate caramel leads into dried fruit and oak. Barrel-specific character introduces either honeyed sweetness or a drier, tannic structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long and soft. A sophisticated closing of caramel and oak with a lingering baking spice note that drinks smoothly below proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \n \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Single Barrel Standard\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWhile contemporaries like Blanton's and Elmer T. Lee utilize the high-rye Mash Bill #2, the Taylor Single Barrel remains the definitive choice for those seeking the chocolate-weight and cleaner profile of Mash Bill #1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural benchmark for single-barrel integrity and Highland-adjacent elegance.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Single Barrel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (Typically 9+ Years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesignation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled-in-Bond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe E.H. Taylor Single Barrel is a high-conviction target for collectors who value the inherent variation of single-cask maturation. Unlike the Small Batch, this release offers an opportunity to experience the divergent paths Mash Bill #1 can take within Warehouse C. As a core member of the Taylor lineup with deep historical ties and \"American Whiskey of the Year\" status, it commands significant secondary interest. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and includes the signature ochre-yellow presentation tube. Barrel numbers are tracked for provenance to ensure the highest standard for the luxury market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis balanced bourbon is best enjoyed \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature to allow the dried fig and butterscotch notes to fully bloom. It carries enough structural weight to hold up cleanly over a single large clear cube. While its 100-proof strength performs beautifully in a \u003cstrong\u003eManhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e, its allocation and technical clarity make it most rewarding as a contemplative neat pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n \"@type\": \"Product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. 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INTRO \u0026 PORTFOLIO ANCHOR --\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Small Batch\u003c\/span\u003e is the flagship of the modern Taylor portfolio and the definitive entry point into the world of premium Buffalo Trace spirits. Built on the legendary Mash Bill #1 and aged in the historic, 1881-built Warehouse C, this Bottled-in-Bond expression honors the \"Father of the Modern Bourbon Industry\" with a profile that defines balance and technical maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE BIB STANDARD) --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Bottled-in-Bond Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eAdhering to the strict 1897 Act championed by Taylor himself, every bottle is the product of a single distillery and distillation season, aged for at least four years in a federally bonded warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarehouse C Provenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matured in the brick-and-limestone heart of Buffalo Trace, a warehouse specifically designed by Taylor for climate-controlled aging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMash Bill #1 DNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shares the same low-rye base as George T. Stagg and Eagle Rare, offering a clean, chocolate-weight sweetness without ethanol bite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Housed in a bottle and canister designed after Taylor's actual late-1800s commercial releases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel corn, butterscotch, and licorice. Vanilla, tobacco, and soft pepper develop alongside a faint, refreshing spearmint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and velvety. Entry of caramel corn sweetness leads into a mid-palate of butterscotch and licorice with a perfectly integrated 100-proof heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium and balanced. A closing of subtle pepper, tobacco, and soft oak that showcases the technical clarity of the natural sour-mash heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \n \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Portfolio Entry\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWhile it sits as the most accessible Taylor, the Small Batch is widely regarded as the highest-tier standard BIB bourbon in the category. It remains the essential reference for those exploring the Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 vertical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"The technical successor to Taylor’s 19th-century vision of bourbon integrity.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Small Batch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (Typically 6–7 Years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesignation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled-in-Bond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAging Warehouse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse C (1881 Heritage)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch is the foundational asset of the modern Buffalo Trace enthusiast’s bar. While it is the most widely available Taylor, it remains highly allocated and serves as the gateway to the distillery's most experimental releases. Because it lacks a specific age statement, collectors value this release for its consistent proof and the Warehouse C flavor profile, which provides a clean baseline for comparing the Single Barrel and Barrel Proof expressions. Every bottle offered here includes the signature ochre-yellow presentation tube and is verified for pristine label integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis is the \"working bartender’s\" Taylor, designed to excel however you choose to pour it. 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Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon — Batch 13, 127.3 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n \/* Updated to Taylor Ochre: #d9a441 *\/\n .mw-h3 { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #3d2b1f; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n .mw-accent { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; }\n \n \/* Feature Box with Chocolate Brown to Black Gradient *\/\n .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a120b 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-left: 4px solid #d9a441; }\n \n \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-radius: 4px; }\n \n \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Cocoa *\/\n .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #8c7356; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n \n @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 INTENSITY --\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof\u003c\/span\u003e is the uncut and unfiltered pinnacle of the Taylor lineup. Released annually in strictly limited quantities, Batch 13 represents the 2024 evolution of the series—a high-octane tribute to the man who pioneered climate-controlled aging and fought for the integrity of the Bottled-in-Bond Act.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 127.3 PROOF LEGACY) --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Warehouse C Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eAged in the legendary Warehouse C, built by Taylor himself in 1881, Batch 13 clocks in at 127.3 proof—an exact repeat of the storied Batch 10.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUncut Integrity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled straight from the barrel without chill filtration, preserving the essential oils and structural depth of Mash Bill #1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBatch 13 Heritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Identified by the L24 laser code, this release offers the signature chocolate and dark fruit weight characteristic of the series' mid-tier proofs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 63.65% ABV, the ethanol acts as a structural carrier for dense layers of fig, salted caramel, and toasted marshmallow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooked berry, caramel, and seasoned oak. Brown sugar and fig develop alongside toasted marshmallow, black pepper, and a faint hint of menthol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and dense. Caramel and dark chocolate lead into a mid-palate of baking spice, leather, and peppery oak. The low-rye sweetness provides immense weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long and warming. A persistent sweetness balanced by oak spice that lingers long after the final sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \n \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003ePortfolio Context\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWhile often compared to its older sibling, George T. Stagg, the Taylor Barrel Proof is celebrated for its \"sweet-spot\" maturation (7–9 years), offering a more vibrant and fruit-forward profile than the heavily-oaked BTAC releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural powerhouse from the heart of Buffalo Trace’s history.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Uncut \u0026amp; Unfiltered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch \/ Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 13 \/ L24 Laser Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e127.3 Proof \/ 63.65% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaturation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAged in Warehouse C (Est. 7–9 Years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe annual Barrel Proof release remains a high-priority target for vertical collectors. Batch 13 is particularly notable for its proof parity with Batch 10, making it a \"twin\" for those tracking the chemical consistency of Warehouse C aging. Authenticity is confirmed via the L24 laser code on the back of the bottle. Every unit offered here is verified for original seal integrity and includes the signature ochre-yellow presentation tube. As a non-age-stated, cask-strength Buffalo Trace powerhouse, its secondary market position remains exceptionally strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis high-proof expression is best appreciated neat in a \u003cstrong\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. The 127.3 proof carries significant complexity; we recommend a few drops of limestone water to broaden the nose and bring forward the salted caramel and brown sugar character. It also maintains its structural integrity over a single large clear cube for a slower, evolving experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n \"@type\": \"Product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch 13\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/EHT_Barrel_Proof_B13.jpg\", \n \"description\": \"E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 13: A 127.3 proof uncut masterpiece. Features cooked berry, dark chocolate \u0026 salted caramel. Distilled from Mash Bill #1 stocks...\",\n \"brand\": {\n \"@type\": \"Brand\",\n \"name\": \"E.H. 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Taylor, Jr. Amaranth \"Grain of the Gods\" Kentucky Straight Bourbon","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n \/* Updated to Taylor Mustard Ochre: #d9a441 *\/\n .mw-h3 { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #3d2b1f; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n .mw-accent { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; }\n \n \/* Feature Box with Chocolate to Ancient Grain Gold Gradient *\/\n .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a120b 0%, #3d2b1f 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-left: 4px solid #d9a441; }\n \n \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-radius: 4px; }\n \n \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Bronze *\/\n .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #8c7356; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n \n @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 INNOVATION --\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Amaranth\u003c\/span\u003e is the tenth and most experimental release in the iconic Taylor lineup. Known as the \"Grain of the Gods,\" amaranth was an ancient Aztec staple that replaces the traditional rye component in this 2019 limited edition. The result is a Bottled-in-Bond bourbon that defies standard Buffalo Trace conventions with its soft, rounded, and floral complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE GRAIN OF THE GODS) --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Ancient Grain Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eBy substituting rye for amaranth within the Mash Bill #1 framework, Buffalo Trace has created a profile closer to a luxury wheated bourbon, emphasizing delicate textures over grain spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Substitution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amaranth provides a tart red berry and floral character entirely unique to this specific bottling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottled-in-Bond:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adheres to the 1897 Act—distilled in a single season at one distillery and matured for a minimum of 10 years at 100 proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e A one-time 2019 production run with no subsequent releases confirmed by the distillery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel and butterscotch meet seasoned oak. Tart red berry and a distinct floral character develop alongside subtle spearmint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and approachable. Cherry, honey, and vanilla lead into butterscotch and gentle baking spice through the mid-palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and resonant. Notes of pecan, oats, and honey fade into a sophisticated closing of dark berry and soft oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \n \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eExperimental Merit\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eAmaranth sits alongside legendary experimental releases like Cured Oak and Seasoned Wood. It is distinguished by its lack of typical rye spice, creating space for notes usually reserved for high-malted-barley craft expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that reimagines the flavoring grain position.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Bottled-in-Bond)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModified MB #1 (Corn, Amaranth, Malted Barley)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10+ Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-Time Limited Edition (Mid-2019)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor Amaranth is a high-conviction acquisition for vertical collectors. As the only Buffalo Trace standard release to utilize amaranth as a flavoring grain, its structural and chemical profile is unrepeatable. Since the distillery has confirmed there will be no future Amaranth releases, the 2019 bottling represents a closed-circuit vintage. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and includes the signature yellow display tube. Provenance documentation is available to ensure total transparency for the secondary market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo fully appreciate the \"Grain of the Gods,\" this bourbon should be enjoyed neat in a \u003cstrong\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. A single drop of water will broaden the aromatic floral notes without dulling the unusual grain profile. Given the rarity and price tier, it is designed for slow, contemplative appreciation rather than cocktail use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n \"@type\": \"Product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Amaranth Bourbon\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/EHT_Amaranth.jpg\", \n \"description\": \"E.H. Taylor Amaranth: A rare 100-proof Bottled-in-Bond bourbon using ancient 'Grain of the Gods.' 10-year aged with unique tart red berry and floral notes.\",\n \"brand\": {\n \"@type\": \"Brand\",\n \"name\": \"E.H. 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INTRO \u0026 HISTORICAL CONTEXT --\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Old Fashioned Sour Mash\u003c\/span\u003e is a technical resurrection of the late-1800s distilling methods pioneered by Taylor himself. Released in 2012, this expression was born from the collective memory of Buffalo Trace retirees, who documented a multi-day natural souring process—a method largely abandoned by the industry over a century ago in favor of modern continuous sour-mashing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE NATURAL SOUR MASH) --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Natural Souring Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eUnlike the industrialized \"backset\" method used in nearly all modern bourbons, this 2002-distilled release allowed the mash to sour naturally over several days before distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage Process:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reconstructs a labor-intensive, pre-industrial fermentation cycle that produces a remarkably bright and floral profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged for 10 years and Bottled-in-Bond at 100 proof, meeting the strict standards Taylor himself championed in 1897.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the earliest and most elusive limited editions in the modern E.H. Taylor lineup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floral and exceptionally fresh. Layers of honey, freshly baked bread, and orchard fruit develop alongside notes of leather and baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied. Honey on toast and vanilla lead into a clean, lightly mineral mid-palate that avoids the heavy extraction of modern methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium and clean. Lingering notes of leather and a closing soft spice note wrap up a profile defined by aromatic delicacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \n \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Rarity Tier\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eSour Mash occupies the highest echelon of Taylor collecting, frequently compared to the 2011 Warehouse C Tornado Surviving. It is a process-driven experiment that proved historical methods could produce a superior aromatic clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural and spiritual tribute to 19th-century Kentucky craftsmanship.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Natural Sour Mash)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 Years (Distilled 2002 \/ Bottled 2012)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesignation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled-in-Bond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-Time Limited Release (2012)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe Old Fashioned Sour Mash is among the rarest modern Buffalo Trace releases. As an early 2012 issue, its production volume was significantly smaller than later Taylor limited editions like Four Grain or Amaranth. For the serious collector, it represents a mandatory cornerstone of the Taylor portfolio, valued for its historical conceptualization and its technical departure from Mash Bill #1 norms. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label integrity and original presentation packaging. Provenance documentation is provided to ensure total transparency for this high-value asset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo preserve the delicate floral top notes produced by the natural sour-mash process, this bourbon is best enjoyed \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. We advise against dilution; even a few drops of water can significantly shift the aromatic orchard fruit and bread character. At this price point and rarity, it is designed solely for contemplative sipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n \"@type\": \"Product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. 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INTRO \u0026 THE WHEATED HOOK --\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Seasoned Wood\u003c\/span\u003e is a profound outlier in the Buffalo Trace catalog. Released in 2016 as a one-time limited edition, it is the only Taylor expression built on the legendary \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eW-1 wheated recipe\u003c\/span\u003e—the same DNA found in W.L. Weller and Pappy Van Winkle. This Bottled-in-Bond masterpiece explores the chemical synergy between three distinct stave seasoning techniques and the delicate, buttery nature of wheated bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE TRIPLE SEASONING METHOD) --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Seasoning Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eAged for well over a decade, the barrels for this release utilized a complex wood program designed to extract a broader spectrum of flavor compounds than standard maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnzyme \u0026amp; Kiln Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Staves were immersed in an enzyme-rich water bath and kiln-dried to precision humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor Exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dual-seasoning approach incorporating staves aged outdoors for both six and twelve months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheated Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e The soft, honeyed character of the W-1 mash bill acts as a canvas for the variable tannins released by this experimental wood program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel and dried fruit. Almond, citrus, and clove develop with time, underpinned by notes of soft butter and lightly toasted oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-full bodied. Front-palate caramel and butterscotch lead into almond, citrus zest, and a sophisticated mid-palate of oak tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long and exceptionally balanced. Characterized by lingering caramel and a sophisticated, closing dry oak note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \n \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Pappy Counterpart\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eSeasoned Wood is frequently considered the softer, more aromatic counterpart to the previous year's Cured Oak. By utilizing the wheated recipe, it provides a rare bridge between the E.H. Taylor and Weller lineages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #c2a370; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"The only Taylor release to carry the 'W-1' wheated pedigree.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Wheated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace W-1 (Corn, Wheat, Malted Barley)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12+ Years (NAS Release)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWood Program\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTriple-Seasoned Staves (Enzyme\/Kiln\/Outdoor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-Time Limited Edition (Feb 2016)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eSeasoned Wood is a high-conviction target for Buffalo Trace enthusiasts primarily because it is the only \"Wheated Taylor\" in existence. Its rarity is compounded by the 2016 production date and the fact that it shares the same wooden crate format as the legendary Cured Oak. Vertical collectors prioritize this bottle to complete the \"experimental wood\" triad alongside Four Grain and Amaranth. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and includes the signature vintage-label canister and wooden presentation box where specified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis historic wheated bourbon is best enjoyed \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. The complex stave seasoning and delicate honeyed base are most legible without dilution. Due to its status as a one-time vintage release with Pappy-adjacent DNA, it is designed for slow, contemplative appreciation rather than cocktail use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n \"@type\": \"Product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Seasoned Wood Wheated Bourbon\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/EHT_Seasoned_Wood.jpg\", \n \"description\": \"Taylor Seasoned Wood: The only wheated E.H. Taylor release. 100-proof Bottled-in-Bond using W-1 'Pappy' recipe and triple-seasoned staves. Rare 2016 edition.\",\n \"brand\": {\n \"@type\": \"Brand\",\n \"name\": \"E.H. 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Taylor, Jr. Warehouse C Kentucky Straight Bourbon — Bottled-in-Bond, 100 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n \/* Updated to Taylor Ochre: #d9a441 *\/\n .mw-h3 { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #3d2b1f; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n .mw-accent { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; }\n \n \/* Feature Box with Slate Grey to Black Gradient representing the 1881 Iron\/Brick structure *\/\n .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #2c3e50 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-left: 4px solid #d9a441; }\n \n \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-radius: 4px; }\n \n \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Slate *\/\n .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #7f8c8d; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n \n @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 ARCHITECTURAL LEGACY --\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Warehouse C\u003c\/span\u003e is a commemorative limited release that honors the brick-and-limestone heart of the Buffalo Trace Distillery. Constructed by Taylor in 1881, Warehouse C is the central thread of the brand’s identity. This expression is a technical celebration of the specific microclimate Taylor engineered over a century ago, utilizing an east-west orientation and iron-beam construction to create the perfect temperature gradient for maturing Mash Bill #1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 1881 WAREHOUSE) --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Environmental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhile Warehouse C matures most of the Taylor portfolio, this specific bottling isolates the warehouse's character, focusing on the concentration and depth achieved within its historic walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArchitectural Integrity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Commemorates Taylor’s 1881 \"O.F.C.\" era engineering, designed to maximize spirit-wood interaction through natural airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottled-in-Bond:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets the 1897 standards—distilled in a single season, at one distillery, and matured for a minimum of 9 years at 100 proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinct from \"Tornado\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike the 2011 Tornado Surviving release, this bottling represents the warehouse's peak performance under ideal, controlled conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, and heavily toasted oak. Dried fruit, brown sugar, and baking spice develop alongside sophisticated layers of leather and tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-full bodied. Entry of caramel and vanilla transitions into a mid-palate of dried fruit, gentle spice, and tobacco—showcasing the balanced weight of Mash Bill #1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and resonant. Persistent oak and lingering vanilla conclude with a closing baking spice note characteristic of elite, well-aged Buffalo Trace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \n \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Collector Tier\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003ePositioned above the core line, the Warehouse C release is a \"warehouse-specific\" study. It sits alongside the Cured Oak and 18 Year Marriage as a foundational limited edition that defines the technical boundaries of the Taylor portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #7f8c8d; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural tribute to the building that defines the Taylor profile.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Bottled-in-Bond)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAging Location\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse C (Built 1881)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (Estimated 9–11 Years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor Warehouse C is a mandatory acquisition for vertical collectors. While the Small Batch and Single Barrel are synonymous with this warehouse, the 2021 commemorative release is a distinct, one-time bottling that focuses purely on the maturation environment. It is frequently targeted alongside the 2011 Tornado Surviving release as a \"bookend\" to the Warehouse C story. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label integrity and includes the original ochre-yellow display tube. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure the highest standard for the secondary market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis historic bourbon is best appreciated \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. A few drops of limestone water will broaden the nose, highlighting the leather and brown sugar character. It carries enough structural weight to hold up cleanly over a single large clear cube, but given its commemorative status, it is not designed for cocktail use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n \"@type\": \"Product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Warehouse C Limited Release Bourbon\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/EHT_Warehouse_C.jpg\", \n \"description\": \"Colonel E.H. 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INTRO \u0026 NARRATIVE SURVIVAL --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Warehouse C Tornado Surviving\u003c\/span\u003e is one of the most narratively legendary spirits in bourbon history. Born from the aftermath of an April 2, 2006 tornado that tore through Buffalo Trace’s Frankfort property, this release commemorates 100 barrels that survived direct exposure to the Kentucky elements. For months, these barrels sat on the top two rows of the 1881-built Warehouse C, exposed to torrential rain and the blistering summer sun, resulting in an unparalleled concentration of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE ELEMENTAL EXPOSURE) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eSelected from the barrels that received the most direct climate exposure during the warehouse repair, this 2011 release features an accelerated maturation profile that cannot be replicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnmediated Aging:\u003c\/strong\u003e The absence of the warehouse roof forced deep spirit-wood interaction, creating a density and color far beyond its 9-12 year age range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMash Bill Distinction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike the standard Taylor line, the Tornado Surviving release utilizes the rye-heavy \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #2\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinite Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e A singular vatting of only 100 barrels—representing the \"salvage\" of one of Kentucky's most historic aging structures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep citrus and spicy rye. Fragrant oak notes are layered with dried fig, clove, and brown sugar, underpinned by leather and faint smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and intensely concentrated. Jam-like fruit and crème brûlée transition into bold rye spice, oak tannin, and rich vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long and resonant. Closing notes of toasted nuts and butterscotch with a sophisticated, weather-tempered touch of smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Salvage Narrative\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eTornado Surviving is often compared to Glenfiddich’s \u003ci\u003eSnow Phoenix\u003c\/i\u003e—a rare category of \"salvage releases\" where natural disaster dictates the maturation logic. It is widely considered the most narratively distinct bourbon of the 21st century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #a0aec0; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A technical masterpiece born from elemental chaos.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Tornado Exposed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 Years, 8 Months to 11 Years, 11 Months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #2 (Rye-Heavy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-Time Limited Release (2011)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrictly Limited (Blend of 100 Barrels)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Tornado\" is the undisputed \"unicorn\" of the Colonel E.H. Taylor portfolio. As one of the two inaugural limited editions from 2011, its scarcity is absolute. The combination of the finite 100-barrel outturn, the use of the rye-heavy Mash Bill #2, and the historic \"tornado damaged\" provenance drives the highest secondary market premiums in the Taylor lineup. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label integrity and includes the original display tube. This is a foundational asset for any blue-chip American whiskey collection, representing a unique intersection of history, meteorology, and master-distilling salvage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis historic salvage release is best enjoyed \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. The concentration gained from elemental exposure is most legible at full proof; however, a few drops of limestone water will broaden the jam-like fruit and spicy rye character. Due to its status as a piece of meteorological history, it is not appropriate for cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45368448712738,"sku":null,"price":7999.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/midnight-whiskey-eh-taylor-warehouse-c-tornado-surviving-bourbon_4_0771d5a1-2f31-4ca6-95b7-04aed7670561.jpg?v=1779840224"},{"product_id":"colonel-eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-16-bourbon","title":"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Batch 16, 127.3 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n \/* Updated to Taylor Ochre: #d9a441 *\/\n .mw-h3 { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #3d2b1f; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n .mw-accent { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; }\n \n \/* Feature Box with Chocolate Brown to Black Gradient *\/\n .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a120b 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-left: 4px solid #d9a441; }\n \n \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-radius: 4px; }\n \n \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Cocoa *\/\n .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #8c7356; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n \n @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 INTENSITY --\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof\u003c\/span\u003e is the uncut and unfiltered pinnacle of the Taylor lineup. Batch 16 represents the latest evolution of this annual allocation, delivering the raw intensity of Buffalo Trace’s Mash Bill #1 at a staggering 127.3 proof. This is bourbon in its most honest form—straight from the wood of the legendary Warehouse C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 127.3 PROOF SWEET SPOT) --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Warehouse C Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eAged for an estimated 7 to 9 years, Batch 16 hits the 127.3 proof mark—a recurring \"sweet spot\" in the series history that optimizes the balance between ethanol carry and flavor concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUncut Integrity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled without chill filtration or dilution, preserving the heavy oils and structural weight characteristic of Taylor’s 19th-century vision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMash Bill #1 Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built on the same low-rye recipe as George T. Stagg and Eagle Rare, but defined by the specific microclimate of the 1881-built Warehouse C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBatch 16 Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Known for its exceptional density, Batch 16 emphasizes dark chocolate, cooked berries, and a lingering brown sugar sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooked berry, caramel, and seasoned oak. Deep layers of brown sugar, fig, and salted caramel develop with time, alongside toasted marshmallow and faint menthol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and dense. Caramel and dark chocolate lead into a mid-palate of dried fruit, vanilla, baking spice, and peppery oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very long and warming. A sophisticated closing of oak spice and brown sugar with a sweetness that persists for minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \n \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003ePortfolio Context\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWithin the Taylor vertical, Barrel Proof is the highest-octane release. It sits technically between the Small Batch and George T. Stagg (BTAC), offering a vibrant, younger alternative to the 15+ year BTAC giants while maintaining a similar recipe profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural powerhouse that defines the limits of non-age-stated bourbon.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Uncut \u0026amp; Unfiltered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (Estimated 7–9 Years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e127.3 Proof \/ 63.65% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBatch 16 is a high-priority target for collectors tracking the Taylor proof history. Batch identification is most reliably confirmed via the laser code on the back of the bottle, as labels prioritize the vintage brand design over batch numbering. This 127.3 proof release is particularly noted for its alignment with the series' most successful historical proof points. Every bottle offered here includes the original presentation tube and is verified for pristine label integrity. It remains a mandatory cornerstone for any comprehensive Buffalo Trace vertical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo fully experience the mid-palate density of Batch 16, enjoy it \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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