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Bourbon Review: Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch A122

We review the first 2022 release of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof, A122. At 120.8 proof, it's rather restrained for the collection.

OVERALL RATING

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Elijah Craig Barrel Proof A122 (image via Melissa Jones)

Tasting Notes

About:

120.8 proof. Bottled at cask strength without chill filtration. 12 years old. Distilled and bottled in Bardstown, Kentucky. $109
Appearance:
Burnished copper.
Nose:
The nose was subtle and didn’t burn like some barrel proof bourbons can. I detected aromas of sweet grass, cinnamon, and stone fruits, mostly apricot.
Palate:
The palate was very similar to the nose but stronger. There were spices, oak, orange zest, and stone fruits, as well as a touch of brown sugar and a caramel finish.
Finish:
Comments:
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is a great bourbon to warm you up on a cold winter day. I feel this expression is what a bourbon should be. When I tasted this for the first time, I really could not believe the proof, because it was so smooth. This is very well balanced–so much so that it might be dangerous to drink without some water. One of the few barrel proof bourbons that I really like and find to be very drinkable.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Melissa Jones

Melissa D. Jones is a traveler, blogger, photographer, storyteller, foodie, whiskey enthusiast, and creative entrepreneur. Her thirst for adventure and new experiences has led her to photograph all 50 states and 47 countries, a journey she chronicled in her travel book. When she's not exploring the globe, Melissa resides in Portland, Oregon, where she enjoys attending events, savoring whiskey, and hiking. She has sampled over 100 different whiskies, both locally and internationally.

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