Elijah Craig 12 Year Review

For this tasting, we take a look at the Elijah Craig small batch 12 year bourbon. Elijah Craig was an 18th century baptist preacher who some claim was the originator of bourbon. While this is up for debate, he was likely one of the pioneers of bourbon. See what the distiller of this whiskey has to say at the official Heaven Hill site.

Elijah Craig 12 Year - Tasting Notes

Elijah Craig 12 Year Small Batch Bourbon

Nose: Fairly subtle, but some complexity in the form of buttery spice, dried apple, banana and vanilla.
Palate: Initial light sweetness, followed by oak and a little anise, thick/chewy
Finish: Warming oak, but not hot or spicy... almost a little nutty, malty and earthy

Proof: 94 (47% ABV)
Price: ~$24

This is one of the more accessible and readily available well-aged bourbons. Coming in at a price of $24 is impressive as well. In a time when whiskey prices seem to be continuously rising, the Elijah Craig 12 Year offers a great value. While not overly complex, this is a very drinkable and enjoyable bourbon for casual and experienced whiskey drinkers alike.

Elijah Craig 12-Year Bourbon: 8.2/10