The E.H. Taylor Four Grain is a bourbon whiskey made at the Buffalo Trace distillery, in Kentucky, USA. The brand is inspired by Col. Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr. that after the American Civil War, decided to start a new business, by purchasing a small distillery on the banks of the Kentucky River. This “four grain” is made by using a combination of corn, rye, wheat, and malted barley. It is bottled after spending 12 years of aging.
- ABV: 50%
- Cask: American oak
- Age: 12 years
- No. of bottles: not declared
- Price: $ 100 – $ 250
- Availability: low
TASTING NOTES – E.H. TAYLOR FOUR GRAIN
Nose
Incredibly rich, with intense scents of ripe fruit and hints of vanilla, together with caramel. There is also a distinctive touch of rhubarb.
Palate
sweet at first glance, it becomes increasingly spicy. Note of caramel, bitter orange and ripe fruits are delivered, enriched by a mix of cocoa and leather.
Finish
Long persistence. Rich peppery notes, along with hints of orange jam. Spicy.
Overall, the E.H. Taylor Four Grain is a great and complete bourbon. It’s rich and satisfying. Well structured it is equipped with a broad flavor profile.
Rating: 92