The Best Single Barrel Bourbon – Up to 10 Years at the 2024 New York World Spirits Competition

by The Tasting Alliance Team  |  12.12.2024

The 2024 New York World Spirits Competition awarded E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel Bourbon the title of Best Single Barrel Bourbon – Up to 10 Years. This exceptional bourbon, crafted at the legendary Buffalo Trace Distillery, showcases the innovation and dedication of Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor Jr., a trailblazer in the bourbon industry. His legacy is honored through this bottling, which reflects meticulous craftsmanship and adherence to traditional methods.

E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel Bourbon is celebrated for its rich flavor profile, which includes notes of butterscotch, dried fruit, and toasted oak, complemented by a full-bodied finish. It is aged under the stringent guidelines of the Bottled-in-Bond Act, ensuring exceptional quality and authenticity. This bourbon’s complexity and balance make it a standout. 

Other Finalists:

  • 1792 Single Barrel Straight Bourbon: Known for its bold flavor and spicy undertones, this brand performed strongly across multiple categories, further demonstrating its versatility and appeal.
  • Pinhook Bourbon True Single Barrel Straight Bourbon S2B32: This release showcases a unique barrel-to-barrel variation, offering a nuanced drinking experience tailored to its specific barrel selection.

These finalists underscore the excellence within the single-barrel bourbon category, but E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel ultimately claimed the top honor for its unmatched quality.