Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Warehouse C is a commemorative limited release that honors the brick-and-limestone heart of the Buffalo Trace Distillery. Constructed by Taylor in 1881, Warehouse C is the central thread of the brand’s identity. This expression is a technical celebration of the specific microclimate Taylor engineered over a century ago, utilizing an east-west orientation and iron-beam construction to create the perfect temperature gradient for maturing Mash Bill #1.
The Environmental Distinction
While Warehouse C matures most of the Taylor portfolio, this specific bottling isolates the warehouse's character, focusing on the concentration and depth achieved within its historic walls.
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Architectural Integrity: Commemorates Taylor’s 1881 "O.F.C." era engineering, designed to maximize spirit-wood interaction through natural airflow.
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Bottled-in-Bond: Meets the 1897 standards—distilled in a single season, at one distillery, and matured for a minimum of 9 years at 100 proof.
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Distinct from "Tornado": Unlike the 2011 Tornado Surviving release, this bottling represents the warehouse's peak performance under ideal, controlled conditions.
Sensory Profile
Nose: Caramel, vanilla, and heavily toasted oak. Dried fruit, brown sugar, and baking spice develop alongside sophisticated layers of leather and tobacco.
Palate: Medium-to-full bodied. Entry of caramel and vanilla transitions into a mid-palate of dried fruit, gentle spice, and tobacco—showcasing the balanced weight of Mash Bill #1.
Finish: Long and resonant. Persistent oak and lingering vanilla conclude with a closing baking spice note characteristic of elite, well-aged Buffalo Trace.
The Collector Tier
Positioned above the core line, the Warehouse C release is a "warehouse-specific" study. It sits alongside the Cured Oak and 18 Year Marriage as a foundational limited edition that defines the technical boundaries of the Taylor portfolio.
"A structural tribute to the building that defines the Taylor profile."
Technical Specifications
| Distillery |
Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY |
| Style |
Kentucky Straight Bourbon (Bottled-in-Bond) |
| Aging Location |
Warehouse C (Built 1881) |
| Age Statement |
NAS (Estimated 9–11 Years) |
| Proof / ABV |
100 Proof / 50% ABV |
| Mash Bill |
Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye) |
| Bottle Size |
750 ml |
Collector Notes
Colonel E.H. Taylor Warehouse C is a mandatory acquisition for vertical collectors. While the Small Batch and Single Barrel are synonymous with this warehouse, the 2021 commemorative release is a distinct, one-time bottling that focuses purely on the maturation environment. It is frequently targeted alongside the 2011 Tornado Surviving release as a "bookend" to the Warehouse C story. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label integrity and includes the original ochre-yellow display tube. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure the highest standard for the secondary market.
Recommended Serving
This historic bourbon is best appreciated neat in a Glencairn glass at room temperature. A few drops of limestone water will broaden the nose, highlighting the leather and brown sugar character. It carries enough structural weight to hold up cleanly over a single large clear cube, but given its commemorative status, it is not designed for cocktail use.
