| Long Description | Elijah Craig Single Barrel is a rare & coveted Bourbon that is bold, robust, & incredibly complex. This 18-Year-Old Bourbon holds its place as some of the oldest Single Barrel Bourbon in the world. Bottled solely from the contents of one expertly chosen barrel, this expression of Elijah Craig is the pinnacle of Bourbon craftsmanship fit for the avid collector. Its unique expression has been honored with countless awards including a 96 point rating at the Ultimate Spirits Challenge, numerous Double Gold medals from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, and a 98 point rating by Wine Enthusiast. It is part of the Elijah Craig family of Bourbons, named after Elijah Craig, the man who is credited as the first to char oak barrels, giving Kentucky Bourbon its signature flavor and aroma. |
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| Feature Bullet 1 | At 18 years of age, this is some of the oldest Single Barrel Bourbon in the world. |
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| Feature Bullet 2 | Bottled solely from the contents of one barrel, not the mingling of many. |
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| Feature Bullet 3 | Double Gold winner at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. |
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| Feature Bullet 4 | 98 point rating by Wine Enthusiast. |
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| Feature Bullet 5 | 96 point rating at the Ultimate Spirits Challenge. |
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| Tasting Notes | Elijah Craig Single Barrel is richly textured, nutty and semisweet. Initial bursts of honey give way to toasted wood and pleasant char. |
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| Tasting Notes: Aroma | Elijah Craig Single Barrel is a warm, deep leather color, with aromas of aged oak, spiced vanilla, and notes of mint and chocolate. |
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| Brand Story | Elijah Craig is credited as the first distiller to age his whiskey in charred oak barrels, earning his place in history as the 'Father of Bourbon.' The charred barrel transformed the clear liquid inside into an intense amber whiskey made rich with the flavors of the wood which we now recognize as Bourbon. Today, we honor his innovative spirit with some of the oldest Single Barrel Bourbon in the world. At 18 years of age, Elijah Craig Single Barrel is a rare & coveted Bourbon, drawn from a single, expertly chosen barrel. |
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