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Elijah Craig Barrel Proof A121
123.6 proof 12 years Bourbon Heaven Hill Bardstown, KY $75–$80
Nose

Rich and inviting with honey nut cereal, burnt sugar, and caramel notes. Prominent baking spice and subtle oak without aggressive ethanol presence.

Palate

Sweet and savory interplay that stimulates salivation on the sides of the tongue. Good caramel backbone with evident oak and baking spice, delivering a classic barrel proof character.

Finish

Warm and lingering, maintaining the sweet-savory balance through to a pleasantly drying conclusion.

Above average
A solid barrel proof offering strong caramel and spice character with a classic profile, though not as nuanced as some of the more recent releases.
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Tasted on Episode 404 Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Showdown