Elijah Craig takes their classic Kentucky bourbon to a whole new level of warmth by resting fully matured whiskey in a second, custom-toasted oak barrel. The wood staves are air-dried for eighteen months and toasted low and slow to draw out deep, caramelized wood sugars without any bitter edge. The result is a pour that feels like toasted marshmallow and brown sugar by a campfire, honoring the legacy of the pioneer who first aged whiskey in charred oak. It is a wonderfully inviting, velvety dram that makes any quiet evening feel a little special.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Warm toasted oak, caramelized sugar, stewed apples, and sweet vanilla bean.
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Flavor: Rich brown sugar, butterscotch, and soft baking spices that melt into smooth dark chocolate.
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Finish: Long and comforting with lingering cinnamon heat and a gentle wisp of wood smoke.
Details
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Region: Kentucky, USA
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Mash Bill: 78% Corn, 10% Rye, 12% Malted Barley
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Scores: Gold Medal - San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2021)
