Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon Batch A121

Hot on the front...smooth in the middle and then hot on the end

I promise I'll revisit this with a clean palate. Nose: as my 7th drink of the night, plus chugging a Guinness, I get very little nose from this. Some caramel and anise. Rubber from sneakers? To be honest, the glass wasn't 100% clean. It was just rinsed with water real quick, so I need to revisit this anyway. Flavor: nice heat; more warmth than heat. Dry with only a touch of caramel sweetness. It reminds me more of the sweetness you get from cinnamon than from actual sugar. Reflecting the nose, I'm getting some anise. There is also a little bit of woodsiness - not oak - but something wood adjacent. Finally, I do get a bit of rubber coming through. Upon another pour, I need to add that this is slightly spicy with a touch of tobacco and demerara. The finish has a hint of peanut to it and it lingers well. Bottom line: It's not my favorite ECBP or my favorite profile, but it is definitely above average for whiskey in this price range.

Full body

Very good, great smell and lots of flavor

Rich, viscous, and overall delicious. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof batches never disappoint. A 12 year old cask strength for under $100 is the best value in bourbon. Brown sugar, Heath bar toffee like. Creme brulee and pecan sticky bun-like finish. And the finish lasts forever. I will continue to put these releases up against any bourbon around.