PGA Taps Elijah Craig As Its Official Bourbon And Rye Whiskeys

by Gary Carter
April 5, 2023

The Professional Golfers’ Association of America (the PGA) recently entered a multi-year partnership with Heaven Hill and its Elijah Craig brand, making it the “Official Bourbon” and whiskey supplier of the PGA of America, PGA Championship, KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, and an official partner of the PGA National Club Championship.

In a joint statement, Luke Reissman, senior official with the PGA, said, “We are proud to welcome Elijah Craig as the official bourbon and whiskey supplier of the PGA of America. The combination of championship golf and Elijah Craig’s distinct flavor profile is a perfect match. With its unparalleled taste and quality, Elijah Craig undoubtedly enhances the spectator experience at our championships.”

And coming soon, the Elijah Craig Bourbon Speakeasy will provide spectators at the PGA Championship at Oak Hill with a unique setting to drink hand-crafted cocktails, including Elijah Craig Small Batch, while also enjoying an interactive signature wall and views of the golf course’s 12th hole.

Elijah Craig PGA — The Professional Golfers’ Association of America (the PGA) recently entered a multi-year partnership with Heaven Hill and its Elijah Craig brand, making it the “Official Bourbon” and whiskey supplier of all things PGA. (image via PGA)

They will get to imbibe in Elijah Craig’s signature cocktail, the “Oak Hill Old Fashioned,” which features an oak-forward twist to the classic old fashioned. Elijah Craig’s bourbon and rye whiskey will also be available at concessions and hospitality areas across the PGA Championship.

“When you see a great golf swing or sip an expertly crafted bourbon, you can appreciate the years of patience and perseverance required to arrive at that moment. Elijah Craig is thrilled to partner with an organization of such unmatched reputation and membership,” said Max Stefka, Elijah Craig Group product director.

The 2023 PGA Championship returns to the Oak Hill Country Club, East Course, in Rochester, New York for the 105th edition this May 15-21. The 2023 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship will be held June 21-25 on the Lower Course at historic Baltusrol Golf Club in Springfield, New Jersey for the 69th edition.

The 2023 PGA National Club Championship features amateur club champions from across the country and will be hosted at Troon North Golf Club and The Westin Kierland Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona, this December.

For more information, check out www.elijahcraig.com.