


Elijah Craig Bourbon: The Legacy of the Father of Bourbon
Elijah Craig Bourbon: The Legacy of the Father of Bourbon
Elijah Craig Bourbon honours the legacy of the "Father of Bourbon." Known for its rich, bold flavour, it’s crafted using traditional methods, delivering a smooth and complex whiskey experience.
Elijah Craig Bourbon honours the legacy of the "Father of Bourbon." Known for its rich, bold flavour, it’s crafted using traditional methods, delivering a smooth and complex whiskey experience.
Region
United States
United States
ABV
47%
47%
*Price may vary in price depending on the retailer and availability.
*Price may vary in price depending on the retailer and availability.
Technical Profile
Technical Profile



Whisky Name
Whisky Name
Elijah Craig Bourbon
Elijah Craig Bourbon
Distillery Name
Heaven Hill Bernheim Distillery
Heaven Hill Bernheim Distillery
Distillery Location
Bardstown, Kentucky, USA
Bardstown, Kentucky, USA
Whisky Style/Region
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ageing Years
Type of Barrel (Ageing)
New Charred American Oak Barrels
Finishing
No additional finishing
Mash Bill
78% Corn, 12% Malted Barley, 10% Rye
78% Corn, 12% Malted Barley, 10% Rye
Distillation Method
Column Still Distilled
ABV (Alcohol by Volume)
47% (94 Proof)
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Flavor Profile
Rich caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, with notes of fruit and spice
Rich caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, with notes of fruit and spice
Aroma
Warm spice, honey, nutmeg, and hints of smoke and wood
Warm spice, honey, nutmeg, and hints of smoke and wood
Master Distiller/Blender
Conor O'Driscoll
Conor O'Driscoll
About The Distillery
About The Distillery
Heaven Hill Distillery is one of the largest independent, family-owned distilleries in the United States, located in Bardstown, Kentucky. Founded in 1935, it has built a legacy of crafting high-quality, award-winning whiskeys, including iconic brands like Elijah Craig, Evan Williams, and Larceny. With a commitment to tradition, innovation, and craftsmanship, Heaven Hill produces a diverse range of spirits while maintaining its dedication to authentic American whiskey-making. The distillery is renowned for its vast aging warehouses, holding more than 1.9 million barrels of bourbon, making it a key player in the Kentucky bourbon industry.
Heaven Hill Distillery is one of the largest independent, family-owned distilleries in the United States, located in Bardstown, Kentucky. Founded in 1935, it has built a legacy of crafting high-quality, award-winning whiskeys, including iconic brands like Elijah Craig, Evan Williams, and Larceny. With a commitment to tradition, innovation, and craftsmanship, Heaven Hill produces a diverse range of spirits while maintaining its dedication to authentic American whiskey-making. The distillery is renowned for its vast aging warehouses, holding more than 1.9 million barrels of bourbon, making it a key player in the Kentucky bourbon industry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon?
Elijah Craig Small Batch is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon made from a carefully selected blend of barrels aged between 8 and 12 years. It is known for its rich, smooth flavour with notes of caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak.
What is Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon?
Elijah Craig Small Batch is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon made from a carefully selected blend of barrels aged between 8 and 12 years. It is known for its rich, smooth flavour with notes of caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak.
Who is Elijah Craig?
Elijah Craig is often credited as the "Father of Bourbon" for his pioneering use of charred oak barrels in whiskey aging, a method that defines bourbon's unique flavour profile today.
Who is Elijah Craig?
Elijah Craig is often credited as the "Father of Bourbon" for his pioneering use of charred oak barrels in whiskey aging, a method that defines bourbon's unique flavour profile today.
What is the mash bill for Elijah Craig Bourbon?
Elijah Craig Bourbon uses a mash bill of 78% corn, 12% malted barley, and 10% rye, giving it a balanced sweetness with a hint of spice.
What is the mash bill for Elijah Craig Bourbon?
Elijah Craig Bourbon uses a mash bill of 78% corn, 12% malted barley, and 10% rye, giving it a balanced sweetness with a hint of spice.
How should Elijah Craig Bourbon be served?
Elijah Craig is versatile and can be enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or as a base in classic bourbon cocktails like an Old Fashioned or Manhattan.
How should Elijah Craig Bourbon be served?
Elijah Craig is versatile and can be enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or as a base in classic bourbon cocktails like an Old Fashioned or Manhattan.
Where is Elijah Craig Bourbon made?
Elijah Craig Bourbon is distilled and aged at Heaven Hill Distillery, located in Bardstown, Kentucky, a region renowned for producing high-quality bourbon.
Where is Elijah Craig Bourbon made?
Elijah Craig Bourbon is distilled and aged at Heaven Hill Distillery, located in Bardstown, Kentucky, a region renowned for producing high-quality bourbon.
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