Elijah Craig Small Batch X Straight Rye Bundle Whiskey

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Appearance:
In each bottle of the Elijah Craig Small Batch X Straight Rye Bundle Whiskey, a rich amber hue entices the eye, promising a depth of flavor and complexity that is sure to delight.

Aroma:
Upon nosing, the bouquet unfolds with inviting aromas that marry the rich caramel and honeyed sweetness of the bourbon with the bold, spicy character of the rye. Notes of warm vanilla, toasted oak, and peppery spice dance harmoniously, inviting anticipation for the tasting experience ahead.

Palate:
With the first sip, the palate is enveloped in a luxurious blend of flavors, with the smooth, complex profile of the bourbon intertwining seamlessly with the robust, peppery notes of the rye. Rich caramel and honeyed sweetness dominate the forefront, while hints of dried fruit and oak add depth and complexity. The velvety texture of the whiskey coats the tongue, leaving a lingering warmth and satisfaction with each sip.

Finish:
The finish is long and satisfying, with echoes of caramel and spice that gradually fade into a warm, comforting embrace. A subtle hint of oak lingers on the palate, inviting another sip and prolonging the pleasure of the tasting experience. As the flavors dissipate, a sense of contentment settles in, leaving a lasting impression of satisfaction and enjoyment.

The company is headquartered in Bardstown, Kentucky, and its distillery (called the Heaven Hill Bernheim distillery) is in Louisville, Kentucky.
Elijah Craig opened a distillery in 1789, and in June of that year, one of his barns partially burned down.
This particular offering is sourced from a 'short barrel' and limited to just 70 bottles, featuring an uncut, unfiltered 8-year old single barrel bourbon that has been privately selected from Heaven Hill's flagship brand.
Uncut, straight from the barrel without chill filtering, the nose, taste, and finish created by 12 years of aging are preserved in their simplest form. At full barrel proof, you can enjoy Elijah Craig much the same way our Master Distillers do when they sample straight from the barrel in our Kentucky rickhouses.
Elijah Craig (ca. 1745–18 May 1808), Baptist minister and distiller, was born in Orange County and was the son of Tolever Craig and Mary Hawkins Craig. He received a rudimentary education and lived an unremarkable life until 1764, when the preaching of David Thomas led him to a religious conversion.
Reverend Elijah Craig was a Baptist preacher, an educator, and an entrepreneur who built the first paper and wool mills in Georgetown, Kentucky. But for all his industries, it was his gift as a distiller and an innovator that brought him his greatest acclaim.
The bourbon has a nice roundness to its mouthfeel that makes it a joy to sip, but it's more of a blunt oaky and sweet vanilla flavor hit, than a complex array of flavors. That said, it's an enjoyable sip. Cinnamon and oak aftertaste that does a good job lingering long after the sip.