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Elijah Craig - Small Batch Bourbon

€8880

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Elijah Craig, a renowned name in the world of bourbon, is a producer that has captured the hearts and palates of whiskey enthusiasts around the globe. With a rich history dating back to the late 18th century, Elijah Craig has become synonymous with exceptional quality and craftsmanship.

The story of Elijah Craig begins with its namesake, Reverend Elijah Craig, a Baptist preacher and entrepreneur who is often credited with being the "Father of Bourbon." It is said that Reverend Craig, a man of great vision and passion, was the first to age his whiskey in charred oak barrels, a technique that would later become a hallmark of bourbon production.

The small batch bourbon produced by Elijah Craig is a testament to the brand's commitment to tradition and excellence. Each batch is carefully crafted using a meticulous process that ensures the highest quality and consistency. The distillery sources only the finest ingredients, including locally grown corn, rye, and malted barley, to create a spirit that is truly exceptional.

The production of Elijah Craig bourbon begins with the careful selection of grains. The distillery takes great pride in sourcing the highest quality corn, rye, and malted barley, which are then milled and mashed to create a flavorful and aromatic mash bill. The mash is then fermented using a proprietary yeast strain, which imparts unique flavors and characteristics to the final product.

Once fermentation is complete, the mash is distilled in traditional copper pot stills, a method that allows for greater control over the distillation process. The distillate is then aged in new, charred American oak barrels, which are carefully selected to impart rich flavors and aromas to the bourbon. The aging process takes place in the distillery's rickhouses, where the barrels are carefully arranged to ensure optimal maturation.

The small batch nature of Elijah Craig bourbon ensures that each bottle is a true representation of the brand's commitment to quality. The distillery carefully selects a limited number of barrels for each batch, allowing for greater control over the final product. This attention to detail results in a bourbon that is rich, complex, and full-bodied, with a depth of flavor that is truly exceptional.

Elijah Craig bourbon is known for its bold and robust flavor profile. The spirit is characterized by its deep amber color, which is a result of the aging process in charred oak barrels. On the nose, one can expect to

Tasting notes

Burnished copper colour. Delightfully complex aroma with notes of vanilla bean, sweet fruit, and fresh mint. Smooth and warm palate; pleasantly woody with accents of spice, smoke, and nutmeg. Long, sweet, and slightly toasty finish.

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