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Elijah Craig 18 Year Old Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Regular price
$379.00
Elijah Craig 18 Year Old: A Masterclass in Matured Bourbon
Elijah Craig 18 Year Old Single Barrel is a rare and highly sought-after bourbon that showcases the beauty of long aging done right. Produced by Heaven Hill Distillery, this expression is drawn from carefully selected barrels aged for nearly two decades in Kentucky’s rickhouses, then bottled one barrel at a time — ensuring every release reflects the nuance and depth of that individual cask.
Bottled at 45% ABV, it delivers a remarkably elegant and refined profile. On the nose, it offers rich aromas of toasted oak, caramel, leather, and dark fruit. The palate is smooth and mature, with layers of vanilla, spice, tobacco, and dried cherry, followed by subtle hints of dark chocolate and pipe smoke. The finish is long, warming, and dry — a hallmark of finely aged bourbon.
What makes Elijah Craig 18 so good is its balance of age, complexity, and craftsmanship. While many older bourbons become over-oaked, this one retains vitality, depth, and grace. It’s a sipping bourbon meant for slow appreciation — a rare treat for collectors and connoisseurs who value tradition, patience, and flavour that only time can bring.
Elijah Craig 18 Year Old – Awards
- Double Gold Medal – San Francisco World Spirits Competition
- 94 Points – Ultimate Spirits Challenge
- Editor’s Choice – Whisky Advocate
Regular price
$379.00
Elijah Craig 18 Year Old: A Masterclass in Matured Bourbon
Elijah Craig 18 Year Old Single Barrel is a rare and highly sought-after bourbon that showcases the beauty of long aging done right. Produced by Heaven Hill Distillery, this expression is drawn from carefully selected barrels aged for nearly two decades in Kentucky’s rickhouses, then bottled one barrel at a time — ensuring every release reflects the nuance and depth of that individual cask.
Bottled at 45% ABV, it delivers a remarkably elegant and refined profile. On the nose, it offers rich aromas of toasted oak, caramel, leather, and dark fruit. The palate is smooth and mature, with layers of vanilla, spice, tobacco, and dried cherry, followed by subtle hints of dark chocolate and pipe smoke. The finish is long, warming, and dry — a hallmark of finely aged bourbon.
What makes Elijah Craig 18 so good is its balance of age, complexity, and craftsmanship. While many older bourbons become over-oaked, this one retains vitality, depth, and grace. It’s a sipping bourbon meant for slow appreciation — a rare treat for collectors and connoisseurs who value tradition, patience, and flavour that only time can bring.
Elijah Craig 18 Year Old – Awards
- Double Gold Medal – San Francisco World Spirits Competition
- 94 Points – Ultimate Spirits Challenge
- Editor’s Choice – Whisky Advocate