Bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV), this single barrel bourbon balances the intensity of 18 years in charred American oak with the smooth refinement that made Elijah Craig a household name. On the nose, it opens with bold aromas of rich caramel, vanilla, and seasoned oak, underscored by hints of leather, tobacco, and dried fruit. The palate is full-bodied and layered, offering flavors of toffee, dark chocolate, charred oak, baking spice, and subtle smoke, carried by a velvety mouthfeel. The finish is long and warming, with lingering notes of aged oak, honeyed sweetness, and gentle spice.
As an early release from 1997, this bottle is now exceedingly rare and highly prized by collectors. More than just bourbon, it is a piece of whiskey history—capturing the origins of one of Elijah Craig’s most iconic and enduring expressions.
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