Elijah Craig has unveiled its 2026 PGA Championship Commemorative Edition Small Batch Bourbon, a limited-edition release bottled at 108 proof to mark the tournament’s 108th edition. The expression is now shipping to retailers nationwide at a suggested retail price of $36.99.
The bourbon was pulled from a small batch of barrels housed in Heaven Hill Distillery’s N and S rickhouses in Bardstown, Kentucky. The 108-proof bottling strength was chosen to honor the PGA Championship’s milestone edition, which returns to Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, from May 14–17.
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“Elijah Craig’s strong partnership with PGA of America brings together the best in golf and the best in Bourbon, and reflects our shared spirit of craftsmanship and dedication,” said Max Stefka, AVP, Global Whiskey Brands at Heaven Hill.
“We look forward to toasting a glass of this 108-proof Small Batch Bourbon to mark the 108th PGA Championship at Aronimink,” Stefka added.
Official tasting notes from the brand describe inviting aromas of vanilla, clove, cinnamon, and citrus. The palate offers layered notes of butterscotch, ripe berries, and baking spices. The finish is described as rich and warm, with lingering sweetness and complex spice.
The bottle features distinctive labeling that showcases Elijah Craig’s “Official Bourbon” designation alongside the official 2026 PGA Championship logo. A signature gold coin cork bearing Aronimink Golf Club’s official logo completes the packaging.
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“Elijah Craig plays an instrumental role in bringing the PGA Championship experience to life,” said Ernie Vilar, PGA of America Senior Director, Global Partnerships. “The PGA of America is proud to continue our partnership with this iconic brand, offering spectators both at-home and along the fairways the opportunity to toast this year’s historic return to Aronimink with Elijah Craig’s award-winning Bourbon.”
Elijah Craig serves as the Official Bourbon of the PGA of America, the Ryder Cup, and the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. The brand is also an Official Partner of the PGA National Club Championship.
The bourbon brand has further cemented its presence in professional golf through partnerships with PGA Tour professionals Robert MacIntyre and J.T. Poston, who both represent Elijah Craig Bourbon.
Heaven Hill, the family-owned producer behind Elijah Craig, is one of the largest independent bourbon distillers in the United States. The company’s portfolio spans multiple American whiskey brands, and it operates significant barrel aging and production operations across Kentucky. Elijah Craig Small Batch, the brand’s core expression, has long been regarded as a benchmark bourbon in the category, earning consistent recognition in spirits competitions.
The 2026 PGA Championship Commemorative Edition is available in limited quantities at retailers across the country.
