Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch C921

Great nose on this one, solid pour throughout with a great finish as well.

The nose is a sweet mix of charred oak, marshmallow, vanilla rye spice and hotter notes of baking spices. It comes across very delectable as a dessert, while having those hotter notes of bourbon. It is so to the point in what it is the only thing left to do in short order is to have a taste. The palate is is somewhat dry and chewy, with a intense burst of baking spices, charred oak and rye spice. As with the nose it is very straightforward and to the point. The sweeter notes of marshmallow and vanilla rounded out and make for incredible taste. The finish is medium long with a lingering pepperiness as charred oak and marshmallow fade.

Nose is rich and full with pecan, nutmeg, caramel, vanilla, allspice, cinnamon. ginger, clove, Fuji apple, and oak. Ethanol is minimal. Palate offers all the spices in the nose (so as not to be redundant see above) along with some burnt sugars, cashew nut, tobacco, gooey caramel, bakers chocolate, and blackberry. Definitely punchy. Finish is extremely long featuring barrel char, leather, semi-astringent oak, fiery chili pepper, and a hint of peppermint. There’s some alcohol heat here and a sharp and prickly mouthfeel that doesn’t do this any favors. Ends very dry. So, I love these expressions. That said, there are desserty versions, fruity versions, and spicy versions, and this falls into the latter category with a good deal of hot baking spice notes. Very “autumn”. Finish was harsher than I would have wanted, although I admit it’s a minor flaw. At $80, these continue to be an insane value in todays market. Buy with no reservations, knowing that at worst (like this one) you’re still getting a 4 out of 5.

Caramel, toffee, butterscotch, baking spices, cider, tobacco, aged oak, subdued sweetness, and hints of cherry. Feels lower than its proof. Complex and really enjoyable. Distiller Review No. 808

Really great sipper. Had it at Vault and Celler in VA. Marshmallow. Caramel. But not too sweet or hot. Delicious would absoutely drink again if i can.