Colonel E. H. Taylor Small Batch Review/Tasting Notes

Review/Tasting Notes

Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor was one of the founding fathers of the bourbon industry. His dedication to distilling began at the close of the Civil War when he purchased O.F C. Distillery.

Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor has contributed to a long line of distilling innovations. He introduced new copper fermentation tanks, innovating by using state-of-the-art grain equipment & column stills, modernized buildings, finding a more efficient sour mash technique, and inventing a first-of-its-kind steam heating system still used in warehouses today.

Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor also brought about the Bottle in Bond Act of 1897. Before the Act came into being, most of the whiskey on the market, claiming to be 'straight bourbon, had a good chance of actually being paint stripper and tobacco spit, and that was if you were lucky. With the introduction of BIB came laws and rules that a distillery had to comply with to carry the BIB stamp on its label. (See our Blog on What Does It Mean When Whiskey Is Bottled-In-Bond? At bourbonaware.com)

Tasting Notes

Nose: Lots of subtle sweetness, predominantly honey, light caramel, and a warm melted butter coming through beautifully. An orange zest and slight tannin form towards the back end of the nose.

Palate: Cinnamon, cloves, and black peppercorns dominate the palate, but there are still hints of burnt crème caramel and tobacco. A touch of citrus adds complexity, turning this candy flavor into an exceptionally accessible sipper. The sweetness lingers, offering excellent depth and all-around balance.

Finish: The finish continues with the spice, but the texture changes slightly to a creamier mouthfeel. Gingersnap cookies and a hint of chocolate and peppercorns emerge, making the finish enjoyable.

Final Note: I found that a few drops of limestone water opened up this bourbon. I was able to see so many extra flavors with this bourbon. This is my usual process of diligently evaluating any whiskey or spirits.

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