Named for the man who wrote the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897 and transformed bourbon into an American art form. 100 proof. Bottled in bond. Allocated. The Colonel's standards haven't changed in 130 years. The Father of Modern Bourbon. Honored in Every Bottle. Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr. was the most influential figure in bourbon history. He built distilleries, championed quality at a time when adulteration was rampant, and in 1897 successfully lobbied Congress to pass the Bottled-in-Bond Act, the first consumer protection law in American spirits and the standard that guaranteed bourbon drinkers were getting exactly what was on the label. Colonel Taylor didn't just make bourbon. He made bourbon worth trusting. The Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Small Batch is produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky and bottled in bond at 100 proof, exactly as the Colonel would have demanded. The antique-style bottle, inspired by Colonel Taylor's original packaging, is one of the most beautiful presentations in bourbon. This is allocated, which means it moves fast. When you see it, you secure it. Tasting Notes Nose: Rich and inviting, caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak with a distinctive spice that reflects the 100-proof bottled-in-bond character and the careful small batch selection Palate: Full-bodied and beautifully balanced, rich caramel and vanilla lead into dried fruit, toasted oak, and a warming spice that builds with every sip and rewards patience Finish: Long, smooth, and deeply satisfying with lingering caramel, oak, and a gentle warming spice that fades slowly and honors the Colonel's legacy in every drop How to Enjoy Neat: Pour 1.5 oz into a Glencairn glass and give it 3 minutes. The 100-proof bottled-in-bond character opens up beautifully and the full complexity of the small batch selection reveals itself. With a single ice cube: The slow dilution brings the caramel and vanilla forward and softens the proof just enough to make it even more approachable without losing any of the depth. Taylor Old Fashioned: 2 oz E.H. Taylor Small Batch, 1 sugar cube, 2 dashes Angostura bitters, orange peel, over a large ice cube. The 100 proof holds up beautifully and the result is one of the finest Old Fashioneds you'll ever build. Gift it: The antique-style bottle, the Colonel's story, and the bottled-in-bond designation make E.H. Taylor Small Batch one of the most impressive bourbon gifts available. For the enthusiast who appreciates history as much as whiskey. What Makes It Special The Bottled-in-Bond Act that Colonel Taylor championed in 1897 requires that a whiskey come from a single distillery, a single distillation season, be aged at least four years in a federally bonded warehouse, and be bottled at exactly 100 proof. It was the gold standard of American spirits quality for over a century, and E.H. Taylor Small Batch meets every requirement. The small batch selection process at Buffalo Trace adds another layer of quality control, with master distillers carefully choosing barrels that complement each other and deliver the specific flavor profile that honors the Colonel's legacy. The antique-style bottle, modeled on Colonel Taylor's original packaging from the 1800s, makes it as visually striking as it is delicious. This is bourbon with genuine historical significance and genuine quality to back it up. Product Details Type: Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Producer: Buffalo Trace Distillery (Sazerac) Region: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA ABV: 50% (100 proof) Size: 750ml Designation: Bottled-in-Bond (single distillery, single season, 4+ years, 100 proof) Batch: Small batch, carefully selected barrels Bottle: Antique-style inspired by Colonel Taylor's original packaging Availability: Allocated, highly sought after Why Buy From The Booze Outlet 🔒 Secure checkout: SSL encrypted, 100% safe 📦 Ships in 1 to 2 business days: Fast, discreet packaging 🪪 Age-verified delivery: Must be 21+ to purchase and receive 🏆 Premium spirits specialists: Curated selection, expert sourcing 💬 Real customer support: Questions? We answer fast ⚠️ Must be 21 or older to purchase. By completing this order you confirm you meet the legal drinking age requirement in your state.
