Elijah Craig Straight Rye Whiskey - Bourbon Brothers Australia
Elijah Craig Straight Rye - Bourbon Brothers Australia
Elijah Craig Straight Rye - Bourbon Brothers Australia
Elijah Craig Straight Rye - Bourbon Brothers Australia
Elijah Craig Straight Rye - Bourbon Brothers Australia
Elijah Craig Straight Rye Whiskey
Elijah Craig Straight Rye Whiskey - Bourbon Brothers Australia
Elijah Craig Straight Rye - Bourbon Brothers Australia
Elijah Craig Straight Rye - Bourbon Brothers Australia
Elijah Craig Straight Rye - Bourbon Brothers Australia
Elijah Craig Straight Rye - Bourbon Brothers Australia
Elijah Craig Straight Rye Whiskey

Elijah Craig Straight Rye Whiskey

$99.00
(5.0)
Overview

Elijah Craig Straight Rye was voted the 7th best whisky in 2020. Whisky Advocate.

Elijah Craig Straight Rye is a bold yet approachable expression from Heaven Hill, extending the legacy of the Elijah Craig brand into rye territory — and it does so with confidence. Bottled at 94 proof (47% ABV), it features a traditional rye mashbill of 51% rye, 35% corn, and 14% malted barley, giving it a sweet-spice balance that appeals to both bourbon and rye lovers.

The nose on Elijah Craig Straight Rye is warm with baking spice, toasted oak, and subtle hints of caramel and citrus. The palate opens with classic rye spice — think cracked pepper and cinnamon — followed by a wave of brown sugar, vanilla, and toasted grain. The texture is full and silky, with just enough bite to remind you you’re sipping a rye. The finish is long, dry, and peppery with a touch of lingering oak.

Elijah Craig Straight Rye stands out because it delivers all the character you’d expect from a high-quality rye, but with the smoothness and roundness often found in bourbon. Whether you’re sipping it neat, using it in a Manhattan, or exploring classic cocktails, this bottle is a versatile, dependable rye that more than lives up to the Elijah Craig name.

Awards for Elijah Craig Straight Rye

  • PLATINUM BEST OF CLASS, SIP Awards, 2020
  • DOUBLE GOLD San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2021
  • San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2022
  • TOP 10 OF 2020, Whisky Advocate, 2020

Product Details
Brand Elijah Craig
Producer Heaven Hill Distillery
Category Rye Whiskey
Style Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Region Bardstown, Kentucky, USA
Mash Bill 51% Rye, 35% Corn, 14% Malted Barley
Age Statement NAS
ABV 47% (94 Proof)
Cask Type New charred American oak
Bottle Size 750ml
Country USA
What sets this bottle apart
  • A traditional rye mash bill built for genuine spice and depth
  • Named Top 10 Whisky of 2020 by Whisky Advocate
  • Bottled at 94 proof for real presence without losing balance
  • Delivers rye character with the smoothness bourbon drinkers expect
Distillery Information

Heaven Hill built Elijah Craig Straight Rye as a natural extension of the Elijah Craig name, taking the same attention to detail that built the brand's bourbon reputation and applying it to rye. It's become a genuine favourite for both rye drinkers and bourbon fans looking to branch out.

The result is a rye that holds its own against the category's best while still carrying the smooth, rounded character the Elijah Craig name is known for.

Awards & Recognition

  • Platinum, Best of Class, SIP Awards, 2020
  • Double Gold, San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2021
  • Top 10 Whiskies of 2020, Whisky Advocate

Who this bottle is for
  • Rye drinkers after real spice with some genuine depth behind it
  • Bourbon fans curious about branching into rye
  • Cocktail drinkers after a dependable base for a Manhattan
  • Anyone after a well awarded rye that backs up the hype
How to enjoy

  • Best neat to get the full run of spice and oak
  • A dependable base for a Manhattan or classic rye cocktail
  • Give it a minute in the glass before the first sip

Why we curate it

Elijah Craig Straight Rye proves the brand's know-how translates straight into rye. Genuine spice, real depth, and a smoothness that keeps it easy to drink despite the proof. A dependable, well awarded rye worth having on the shelf.