Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey — Uncut and Unfiltered, 126 Proof
Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey — Uncut and Unfiltered, 126 Proof
Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey — Uncut and Unfiltered, 126 Proof
Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey — Uncut and Unfiltered, 126 Proof
Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey — Uncut and Unfiltered, 126 Proof
Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey — Uncut and Unfiltered, 126 Proof
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Age: NAS (Likely 7-9 Years) | Region: Frankfort, Kentucky | Proof: 126.0
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Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye 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.

The Cask Strength Distinction

Unlike 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.

  • Inaugural Release: The 13th addition to the E.H. Taylor Collection and the first parallel to the long-standing Bourbon Barrel Proof program.
  • Pure Grain Integrity: The absence of corn allows for a sharp, peppery clarity, refined by the concentrated oils of an uncut and unfiltered bottling.
  • Handy-Adjacent: Shares the same mash bill DNA as Sazerac 18 and Thomas H. Handy, serving as the high-proof anchor for the Taylor rye vertical.
Sensory Profile

Nose: White pepper and nutty undertones. Fresh floral aromatics and candied apricot develop over a base of soft, warm baking spice.

Palate: Full-bodied and authoritative. Sweet dried stone fruit transitions into a mid-palate of persistent pepper and a structural, oaky dryness.

Finish: Long, full, and resonant. A signature closing of sweet honey and lingering rye spice, anchored by a sophisticated closing oak note.

The Rye Hierarchy

Taylor 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.

"A structural titan that reimagines the intensity of the pure rye grain."

Technical Specifications
Distillery Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY
Style Kentucky Straight Rye (Uncut & Unfiltered)
Age Statement NAS (Estimated 6–9 Years)
Proof / ABV 126 Proof / 63% ABV
Mash Bill 100% Rye & Malted Barley (No Corn)
Release Date Inaugural Launch (June 2024)
Bottle Size 750 ml
Collector Notes

The 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.

Recommended Serving

To fully appreciate the 126-proof concentration, enjoy this rye neat in a Glencairn glass. 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 Vieux Carré or Manhattan, where the proof cuts cleanly through vermouth.
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All Sales Final: Due to alcohol regulations, we cannot accept returns for change of mind.
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