Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel vs Mac-Talla Strata

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Colonel EH Taylor Single BarrelMac-Talla Strata
DistilleryColonel EH TaylorMac-Talla
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonSingle Malt
ABV50%46%
AgeNAS15 yr
Price£120£80.95
Rating4.85/55.00/5

Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner55/100
Value40/100

Mac-Talla Strata

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value62/100

Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mac-Talla Strata

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mac-Talla Strata is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.85).

Mac-Talla Strata is better value at £81 vs £120.

For beginners: Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£120 vs £80.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Mac-Talla Strata

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£80.95 vs £120)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Colonel?

Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Who should buy Mac-Talla?

Mac-Talla Strata suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Colonel EH Taylor Single Barrel

VanillaChocolateHoneyToastedNutty

Only Mac-Talla Strata

SmokeyFresh FruitSherriedMedicinalSandy

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