Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel
94 proof
NAS
Bourbon
Heaven Hill
Nose
Sweet caramel and honey with prominent oak. Less thick and dark than barrel proof expressions, with a notable toasted barrel sweetness.
Palate
Marshmallow and campfire notes dominate. Caramelized wood sugars bring up the sweetness. Soft and approachable on the front end.
Finish
Sweet with lingering caramel notes.
Overall Score
4.2 / 5
A delightful toasted barrel finish that amplifies sweetness and delivers pleasant campfire-like characteristics in an accessible 94-proof package.
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Undrinkable
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Substandard
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Average
4.0
Very good
5.0
Perfection
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