Elijah Craig Barrel Proof B524
130.6 proof
11 years, 2 months
Bourbon
Heaven Hill
$75
Not disclosed
Nose
Caramel, vanilla, and brown sugar notes; woody and oaky character; minimal alcohol burn for the proof.
Palate
Full-bodied with dark berry fruit (blackberry and raspberry); firm oak structure; some peppery spice; bit of prickly heat on entry balanced by sweetness.
Finish
Warm, dry finish with notable proof heat carrying through the tail; hints of blackberry persist.
Overall Score
3.9 / 5
A forceful, oak-forward barrel proof that impresses with age-appropriate depth and berry character, though the elevated proof heat and dryness on the finish place it slightly over the top for some palates.
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Perfection
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