ELIJAH CRAIG 12 YEAR 3 MONTH OLD BARREL PROOF BATCH A925 RYE WHISKEY

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Elijah Craig Bourbon, a leading family of premium American Whiskeys, today announced its first ever Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey, expanding its barrel proof product offerings for the first time. Known as the “Father of Bourbon” for pioneering the use of charred oak barrels, Elijah Craig's latest release gives consumers an incredible opportunity to enjoy Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey in its purest, uncut form. The result is a rich, deep copper-hued liquid that leads with aromas of baking spices, gingerbread and a sweet note of molasses. Tasting reveals a complex and well-balanced experience, leading with stewed fruits and touches of cinnamon. Lingering notes of nutmeg and lots of rye spice will round out a long, warm finish. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Rye Batch A925 has a proof of 108 and carries an age statement of 12 years and 3 months. “Our signature Elijah Craig spice and complexity shine through beautifully in our inaugural Barrel Proof Rye, in an approachable way that makes it ideal for barrel proof first-timers and experienced palates alike,” said Conor O'Driscoll, Master Distiller, Elijah Craig Bourbon. “As Whiskey fans know, barrel proof is kind of like that famous box of chocolates, in not knowing what you’re going to get until the barrel dumps. In this instance, we got a 108 proof treat that drinks bolder than its number would suggest.” Following this initial release, Elijah Craig's Barrel Proof Rye will be released three times annually, every January, May, and” September. The timing follows the brand's famed, unique batching system for barrel proof expressions-using letters “A," “B,”" or “C” to indicate the order of the release, the first number representing the month and the last two numbers indicating the year, making this batch A925.