lijah Craig Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon
Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon
Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon
Elijah Craig Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
lijah Craig Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon
Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon
Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon
Elijah Craig Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Elijah Craig Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

$89.00
(4.5)
Overview

Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Heaven Hill DistilleryBardstown, Kentucky  ·  40% ABV (80 Proof)  ·  750ml  ·  Core Range

Overview

Elijah Craig Small Batch carries the name of the man credited as the first distiller to age whiskey in charred oak barrels, and it's been setting the benchmark for the small batch category ever since. Heaven Hill's distillers hand select just the right barrels to build each batch, aiming for real depth without pushing the price out of reach.

Aged 8 to 12 years, though not always stated on the bottle, it's got genuine complexity for what it costs. A reliable go-to whether you're new to bourbon or already know exactly what you like.

Product Details
Brand Elijah Craig
Producer Heaven Hill Distillery
Category Bourbon Whiskey
Style Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Region Bardstown, Kentucky, USA
Mash Bill 78% Corn, 12% Malted Barley, 10% Rye
Age Statement NAS, typically 8 to 12 Years
ABV 40% (80 Proof)
Cask Type New charred American oak
Bottle Size 750ml
Country USA
Tasting Notes
  • Nose: Vanilla bean, sweet fruit and fresh mint
  • Palate: Smooth and warm, pleasantly woody with spice, smoke and nutmeg
  • Finish: Long, sweet and slightly toasty

Balanced and easy drinking, with enough going on to hold your attention neat or in a cocktail.

What sets this bottle apart
  • Named after Rev. Elijah Craig, credited as the first to age whiskey in charred oak
  • One of the original small batch bourbons and still setting the benchmark
  • 8 to 12 years of age gives it real depth for the price
  • Backed by a strong run of awards including Best Small Batch honours
Distillery Information

Heaven Hill Distillery has made Elijah Craig since 1986, long before small batch was even a recognised category. Their master distillers were already hand selecting just the right barrels to build the profile, well before the rest of the industry caught on.

It's grown into one of the most trusted names in bourbon, offering serious depth and complexity without asking drinkers to pay a premium price for it.

Awards & Recognition

  • Best Small Batch, San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2018
  • Double Gold, San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2022
  • Double Gold, San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2021
  • 93 Points, Tried & True Award, Ultimate Spirits Challenge, 2020

Who this bottle is for
  • Anyone after a reliable, well awarded everyday bourbon
  • Beginners looking for a solid, easy place to start
  • Bourbon fans wanting real depth without paying a premium price
  • Cocktail drinkers who want a bourbon that holds up in an Old Fashioned
How to enjoy

  • Neat or on the rocks
  • A reliable pick for a classic Old Fashioned
  • No need to overthink it, just pour and enjoy

Why we curate it

Elijah Craig Small Batch is the bourbon that helped define the category, and it still delivers. Real depth from 8 to 12 years of age, a genuine trophy cabinet of awards, and a price that doesn't punish you for wanting quality. Easy to recommend to anyone.