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Earlier this year, Elijah Craig announced the release of their Toasted Barrel Finished in European Oak Barrels expression. The limited-edition Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Ryder Cup was released in commemoration of the 2023 Ryder Cup competition held in Europe. Ryder Cup Europe includes representatives of the European Tour, the PGA of Great Britain and Ireland, and the Confederation of Professional Golf.
Elijah Craig whiskey is produced by the Heaven Hill Distillery headquartered in Bardstown, Kentucky. Heaven Hill is an independent, family-owned company that was founded in 1935. Their Bernheim Distillery, located in the historic downtown of Louisville, Kentucky, has the distinction of being the largest independent, family-owned distillery in the world.
Bottled at 94 proof, Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Ryder Cup Edition is made from fully-aged Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon that is finished in new European oak barrels that have been toasted with a profile inspired by the barrels used in the Lazio wine growing region.. Lazio, located in central Italy near the ancient capital of Rome, is also the host city of the European Team.
The official tasting notes for Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Ryder Cup Edition suggest aromas of caramel and crème brulée with flavor notes of bright fruit and baking spices.
Regarding the release, Max Stefka, Group Product Director for Elijah Craig Bourbon said in a prepared statement, “We are thrilled to raise a glass to the 2023 Ryder Cup with this new limited-edition release of Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel. The unique marriage of toasted European Oak and our extra-aged Kentucky Bourbon offers a taste experience fit for one of the world’s greatest sporting events.”
Ryder Cup Director, Guy Kinnings added: “Elijah Craig’s award-winning Bourbon is going to further elevate the spectator experience in Rome, and their new limited-edition bottle will both taste incredible and become a sought-after souvenir commemorating the greatest team contest in golf.” And Jeff Price, PGA of America’s Chief Commercial Officer weighed in, stating “The PGA of America is ecstatic to have Elijah Craig as part of the 2023 Ryder Cup experience in Rome. This extraordinary limited-edition release of the Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel is the perfect way to celebrate the world’s premier golf competition.
Each bottle is distinguished by featuring the Ryder Cup trophy, a gold coin cork with the Ryder Cup logo, and a label that features the 2023 “Official Bourbon” designation with the Ryder Cup logo. This limited-edition was released nationally in August on an allocated basis with an MSRP of $99.99 for a 750 ML bottle.
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Tasting Notes: Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Ryder Cup Limited Edition
Vital Stats: 94 proof (47% ABV), 750 ml bottle MSRP $99.99.
Appearance: Burnished copper.
Nose: On the nose are sweet aromas of spice, lush green grass, citrus, cinnamon, honey and a delightful hint of Cracker Jacks.
Palate: The palate offers an abundance of nicely balanced flavors including green pepper, cinnamon spice, toasted oats, and maple syrup, with hints of cherry cola and honeycrisp apples.
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