The Whiskey World Just Got a Whole Lot More Interesting

Buffalo Trace, the renowned distillery behind some of the most coveted whiskey bottles in the world, has just dropped a brand new barrel-proof rye whiskey as part of its Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. line. This is the 13th whiskey to join this lineup, and whiskey fans are likely to snap it up quickly.

The Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. line is named after the man often referred to as the ‘father of the modern bourbon industry.’ Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor Jr. was a pioneer in the whiskey world, buying the O.F.C. distillery in 1869 and lobbying to pass the Bottled in Bond Act of 1897, which established specific criteria for whiskey production.

The historic Buffalo Trace Distillery

The new Barrel Proof Rye is an uncut, unfiltered rye whiskey that is likely made from a mashbill of at least 51 percent rye grain. It’s bottled at 126 proof, which is certainly high but not quite hazmat levels of alcohol. According to official tasting notes, the whiskey has a nose of white pepper and nutty aromas, followed by dried stone fruit, pepper, and oaky dryness on the palate with a sweeter finish.

A glass of rye whiskey

As someone who has been fortunate enough to try some of the best whiskeys in the world, I can attest that the Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. line is something special. The attention to detail and commitment to quality are evident in every bottle. And with the new Barrel Proof Rye, whiskey fans are in for a real treat.

A whiskey collection

The Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey will be available over the next few months, so keep an eye out. The SRP is listed at $78, but as we all know, prices can vary greatly depending on the retailer and availability.

A whiskey tasting

In conclusion, the new Barrel Proof Rye from Buffalo Trace is a must-try for any whiskey enthusiast. With its rich history, commitment to quality, and bold flavor profile, this whiskey is sure to please even the most discerning palates.

A bottle of fine whiskey