Whiskey: Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Elijah Craig Rye is made as a traditional American Straight Rye Whiskey with 51% rye, 35% corn, and 14% malted barley. This combination of grains, which relies heavily on corn as the secondary grain rather than a higher percentage of rye, has been the primary Rye mash bill used by Kentucky Bourbon distilleries since taking over virtually all American Rye production post-Prohibition; the same mash bill directly responsible for the Rye resurgence seen today.
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Size: 750ML
Proof: 94 (47% ABV)
Origin: United States
Distillery: Heaven Hill Distillery
This extraordinary extra-aged Rye Whiskey is the first to carry the name of Elijah Craig: the entrepreneur and distiller who is credited with being the first to age his American Whiskey in charred oak barrels to make Bourbon. Elijah’s pioneering spirit and commitment to craft is on full display with this Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey, which is produced from barrels specifically selected by their distillers. In the glass, Elijah Craig Rye reveals the imbuing spice of rye grains, perfectly balanced with corn for distinct smoothness and character.
Elijah Craig Straight Rye Whiskey Tasting Notes
Nose: Orange peel with a touch of booze. Then you find some rye spice, cherry, and perhaps some strawberry hard candy. There are a lot of layers on this one.
Palate: Candied orange for sure. Caramel and cinnamon. Light bodied, but the finish lingers. After the initial citrus hit, you can pick up the sweeter notes.
Finish: Long and rich.
Distillery Information
Heaven Hill Distilleries, Inc. is an American, private family-owned and operated distillery company headquartered in Bardstown, Kentucky and founded in 1935 that produces and markets the Heaven Hill brand of Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and a variety of other distilled spirits.
