Colonel E.H. Taylor

About Colonel E.H. Taylor

Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor Jr. was a 19th-century figure who pushed for standards and improvements that shaped modern bourbon production. Basically, he was the founding father of the bourbon industry,. 

The contemporary Colonel E.H. Taylor line honors his legacy by focusing on authenticity and old-school technique. Think Bottled-in-Bond tradition, careful aging, and attention to mash bills and barrels. The brand pushes for purity and innovation in today's bourbon scene, aiming to offer expressions that teach without lecturing and taste like they matter

Notable Bottles From Colonel E.H. Taylor

E.H Taylor Small Batch Bourbon

Start here! It's an accessible entry point with layered flavors of vanilla, soft caramel, and toasted oak. It still carries the brand's Bottled-in-Bond spirit and is crafted to be friendly neat, on the rocks, or as a better whiskey base for classic cocktails. It is versatile for newcomers and useful for experienced drinkers who want a dependable, characterful pour.

E.H Taylor Straight Rye Bourbon

Here, we have a rye-forward expression that shifts the profile toward spice, clove, and peppery brightness while keeping bourbon warmth. it's an ideal bridge for bourbon drinkers curious about spicier profiles and for rye lovers looking for a historically rooted, carefully aged option that plays well in stirred cocktails and bold whiskey drinks.

E.H Taylor Single Barrel Bourbon

Single Barrel bottles are drawn from individual, hand-selected barrels so each release can present unique depth and nuance. Expect pronounced oak, rich toffee, dried fruit, and sometimes surprising spice or smoke notes. Collectors and serious tasters prize the variety and individuality this bottle delivers.

E.H Taylor Barrel Proof Uncut & Unfiltered Bourbon

This is one of the boldest expressions in the line. You get big, unrestrained flavors of dense caramel, dark spice, and concentrated oak that evolve in the glass. It's for those who want the purest, most raw expression of the mash bill and barrel aging, delivering intensity that rewards both patience and attention.

Awards and Recognition

2024 was a big year for Colonel E.H. Taylor. It got Silver in the International Wine & Spirits Competition, Double Gold in Whiskies of the World, and Gold in the American Whiskey Masters. This brand has been racking up awards for far longer than that, which should speak on its quality and taste.

Who Colonel E.H. Taylor is For

New bourbon drinkers wanting a trusted, friendly entry can find their place here. This is also for folks who appreciate heritage brands that pair tradition with modern bottling standards.