Swiped it right up as its the first time Ive ever come across any ECBP up here. So Batch A120, then, is the January batch of 2020, and the first of that year. The ECBP is unreal. Quite smooth for the strength. Four Roses (Kirin Brewery) drops a Limited Edition Small Batch every year that really does hit a high watermark for the brand and bourbon in general. Four Gate Whiskey Announces Release 15.1, 15.2, & 15.3: The Bluegrass Trilogy, Old Forester 21st Release of Annual Birthday Bourbon, Press Release: Old Foresters Next Release in the 117 SeriesFeatures a Blend of Barrels Aged Solely in Warehouse K, Elijah Craig Barrel Proof May 2017 Batch B517 124.2 Review. I would take the four roses barrel strength over the limited space. The nose immediately engages when the bottle is cracked. 2017 Copyright The Bourbon Review. Hearing some stores will start seeing it around Valentines day. And I mean amazing in a negative connotation. ABV: 50.5% Ah, Old Fitzgerald (Heaven Hill) Their yearly Bottled-in-Bond releases have become some of the most sought-after drops throughout the year. People love the stuff. I picked up a bottle of #6 in NY for way too much money in March. More complex and more going on than the standard EC 12 year old small batch. That said, I want to revisit this with some time and water to find whats lurking beneath those hot ABVs. Everythingthe whole of this whiskeyis filtered through those dark, antiqued layers of age flavorlike a tea made from a bag of leather and oak chips. Effusiveness for Frank August aside, this was a killer lineup of bourbons. Palate: Clove buds, cinnamon bark, and allspice berries lead on the palate with a hint of chili pepper spiciness before a lush sense of vanilla white cake with toffee frosting and burnt orange creates a luxurious mouthfeel with a hint of alcohol warmth. 3 bottles on the shelf $59.95 so I had to grab one. Tasting the first 8 Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Releases Moreover, after being released to a warm welcome, Larceny Barrel Proof is back for 2022 as well with a Batch A122 of its own. Packs a punch but not in an unpleasant way. New bottle DOES have a 12 yr age statement, so I was very glad to see that. Also, picked up EC 18. I know tomorrow is the Stagg Jr lottery. Elijah Craig | Barrel Proof Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series Bottled in Bond Bourbon, Jeptha Creed Red, White & Blue Straight Bourbon. I also had a Batch 12 pour about a week ago, I think thats closer in quality to the 139.4. Nonetheless, well focus mostly on the ECBP bourbon in this review. Anyone got spare releases of #1, #2, or #6 and want to help a brother out, Id love to make a deal. RELEASE DATE Batch Proof January 2023 A123 125.6 TASTING NOTES BARREL PROOF "The nose will knock you off your feet. Fred Minnick Reviews Elijah Craig Barrel Proof A122 Orange county, Durham county- got none. Just found batch 11 in Tonawanda, NY. Estimated Release: January. This year, Batch #2 takes the ABVs even higher in this cask-strength bourbon bomb thanks to the careful selection of old barrels that are batched and left completely uncut and non-chill-filtered. Got a call this morning that two #10s were in store for me. Never mind. Elijah Craig - 12 Yr Old Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey C922 (750ml) Mid Valley Wine & Liquor USA: (NY) Newburgh Standard delivery 1-2 weeks More shipping info Go to shop $ 76.81 $ 102.42 / 1000ml ex. 10 New Barrel Proof Bourbon Whiskeys, Blind Tasted & Ranked Yes, it was a special order/wait list. Ive been really leaning towards the cask strength or barrel proofs. Blake, I am actually in Neptune Beach in Florida. Nose: The nose opens with a deep leatheriness with a bright line of green hatch chilis next to a warm sense of dry powdered dark chocolate and dried sour cherries with an underlying dry earthiness and this tiny whisper of sourdough starter. Type above and press Enter to search. Thats more than 10 points down from the 136.6-proof bottle released in 2020 (and nowhere near the one released half a decade ago that topped out at over 139. 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Atleast it was list price $49.99. Its also still accessible. That being said, these batches will not vary wildly, but you should be able to find the nuance of the barrels in each. Similar in some ways to BTAC George T. Stagg. ABV: Varies Kentucky distillery Heaven Hill just released the first two barrel-proof editions of its popular Elijah Craig and Larceny bourbons. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof hits liquor store shelves January, 2022. As the barrel proof heat dissipates, notes of vanilla and butterscotch come into the spotlight, surrounded earth tones and oak in the background. To prevent confusion I put together an ECBP cheat sheet. This whiskey is bottled straight from the barrel without chill filtering. This is the third and final release of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof for 2021, coded C921. The third of this year weight in at 60.1%. Thought that was implied by my post stating Got a call this morning. They do know me there, but dont know if they consider me special. !..I hate this crap!! I drove an hour to a store that was selling them at retail earlier in the week only to be told they cant sell the rest for retail. Support your local merchant. It is very tough to find even things like this around the Greenville area. Still, this felt more fine than wow.. This is the second year in a row that the A batch has taken the top spot. Batch B522 is rated at 121 proof versus 120.8 on batch A122. Palate: The palate has a soft creamed honey sweetness with a twinge of Cherry Coke next to buttery toffee dipped in crushed roasted almonds with a hint of Mounds Bar and chewy caramel. This brand-new release from awards-favorite Frank August dials things into a single barrel of whiskey. Real or just hype? Not sure how much the area or state was allocated, but the two stores I frequent only received one each. $79 at the shop means over $100 everywhere else now. I like it a lot, but its not quite as rich and flavorful as #11. Also, have you guys considered diluting this down to about 100 or 90 proof to see how that changes the experience? The third, and final, release in 2021's Limited Edition calendar, Elijah Craig Barrel Proof C921 is released at a moderately low ABV compared to historical bottlings. At 139.4 proof there is bit of alcohol burn on the nose but very sweet. Neither is inherently better. Its an instant classic through and through. This year's release comes in at 120.8 proof, and he wasted no time finding out what the 2022 release has to offer. Found bottle of #13 @ 127 proof (MN) ($59.99) in new EC bottle. Once you decode the label, youll understand why the Elijah Craig Barrel Proof and Larceny Barrel Proof share the same batch number. This uncut and unfiltered version of Redwood Empires beloved bourbon is a four-grain whiskey built from a blend of California, Kentucky, and Indiana whiskeys. Got my out state family to grab me two bottles of OWA. Last years drop was their 18-year Marriage which was, well, a marriage of high-rye bourbons with a wheated bourbon (BT makes both Weller and Pappy on-site). Check out my review of Elijah Craig Barrel Proofrelease #1 here. The large proof swings can be just one of the ways these whiskeys vary batch to batch, year to year. Now onto the review and tasting notes on the second expression of the 2022 Elijah Craig Barrel Proof B522. With limited distribution, we feel a secondary price of $90 on the latest 2022 Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon Whiskey for sale is still fair in the current bourbon market. The 2021 batches were all a $60 deal (MSRP) if you can find it these days, with enough batch variety to make the search interesting. Like I said, if distillery is charging $80 now for it, we arent seeing it for less than $100+ RETAIL!!!! Were 2 left now just one. Bought em all because no more EC in any big store here with the 12 on the front label. Have not seen it on the shelf anywhere. I didnt realize how difficult it is to find until i read these comments glad i picked it up when i had the chance. Haaaaaaa I have a #6, but waiting for special occasion to open it. You can decide for yourself if its worth it (it is, at least once in a lifetime). So much flavor and body on this. Heaven Hill trended their proof lower this year in general, with the first two releases kept at or below a respectable 121 proof. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon A122 | Beverage Dynamics While were sure to be a little light on the indie drops, were fully committed to covering small brands making big noise in the new year. Release Date: January 2022. Hi Celtic!.Yeah, the lotteries suck big time! Just picked up a bottle of #12 in Palatine,IL. He attended the University of Kentucky in the mid to late 1990s. Elijah Craig 18Pikesville RyeElmer T. LeeCEHTOWAWLW, just to name a fewits a lot of freaking workBUT when you score a bottle, it sure feels G-U-D! Weve yet to score to a bottle for that price, albeit close in the $80 range. I have all the releases and enjoy the hunt as much as tasting the great brown water., HOW DO YOU KNOW WHAT RICKHOUSE EACH BATCH CAME FROM. Dry notes of rye spice are decorated with coffee and hazelnut, but the peppery grain and alcohol notes dominate. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch C920 is a scythea big, sharp whiskey with a full chocolate burnt sugar body. Lets find out together by tasting some fantastic barrel proof bourbon whiskeys. But I had to convince myself to add water in the first placewho in their right mind tries to touch up Starry Night? Still letting it sit for a while to ensure proper mixing. It wasnt until Septembers batch C-922 that the numbers spiked up to a still comparably modest 124.8. SEE ALSO: 2021 Elijah Craig Barrel Proof, Larceny, Bourbon Release. The ECBP in Illinois was at the Binnys Oak Brook location. Ive had 4 others, #3, #4, #11. Palate: Apple orchards and cherry pies open the sweet palate toward a massive heat from the ABVs that eventually fades towards creamed soft nut butter, vanilla cake, and apple cider spiked with spiced cherry tobacco. So could the highest proof bottle be the best this year? Id love to help a brother out. Gorgeous, sweet vanilla pops on the palate, before they throw malted milk chocolate notes at us. This whiskey is made from a high-rye mash of 71% corn, 21% rye, and 8% malted barley. Dont get me wrong: if I see 139 proof in January, Ill be just excited as everyone else. a bit of a drive but worth it. 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I heard that the first barrel proof was mythical but since they have struggled to replicate it. I got it for 56.99. Palate: The palate starts off with a nice and subtle barrel char leading toward Almond Roca toffees, cherry-chili tobacco, and velvety vanilla cream before those sweet porridge grains kick back in, confirming this as a very crafty bourbon. Fred Minnick tackled the first Elijah Craig release of 2022 in Barrel Proof A122 in his latest YouTube review. Even outside out bourbon. It just gets a bit messy, like the last minute or so of 1812 Overture. And thats a beautiful piece of music, but not every song calls for a cannon. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof tends to exist in that sweet spot where people will both hoard and consume itmaking secondary finds and on-premise pours a little harder to come by. So Batch A120 is the first batch of 2020, released in January. A few weeks ago, I saw on the NC ABC website that there were 23 cases (3 bottle cases!) What tastes the best? This is another tough one as these bottles are extremely limited and, therefore, very expensive on the secondary market. Marked at $55 each. Cant find anywhere around Buffalo,NY But found online at retailer in Berlin,NJ for 99 plus shipping. as of October 1,2015, VA ABC liquor stores STOPPED, and will NO longer be taking names (list) for ANY product in ANY of their stores; however, they are still honoring peoples requests (orders) who have been on a previous list prior to October, 2015, or whove ordered bottles BEFORE they instituted their new policy of NO MORE customer LISTS. Im sure its gone now but Id love to know where you happened to grab one! Thats what makes this the perfect bourbon to build your cocktail with. Personally, Im glad to have had a couple of years of more modest proof points. Batch No A117 127 proof New label design. The highest proof point, for instance, is almost five points below last years low end. Whatever this years release holds, itll be an expertly crafted and unique bottle of bourbon worth giving a shot (if you can find it). Its age stated to 12 years, making it one of those rare double digit age stated releases people *could* actually try. Heaven Hill Distillery has announced the first Elijah Craig Barrel Proof release of 2023. With the new bottle, Heaven Hill has standardized the releases with batch numbers. While I did find a twinge of roughness to this one, I was really trying to find it. Yoink! It had nothing to do with criticism over my opinionsall of those were correct. This is 12 years old, non-chill filtered. Nose: Theres a leathery nature on the nose with classic bourbon deep flourishes of very black cherry, salted caramel, cinnamon toast with cream butter and old vanilla pods, a touch of orange oil, and woody spice berries and barks. Get the latest bourbon news to your inbox: my ranking for 2020 Bookers Bourbon batches. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is cask strength, a 12-year-old version of Heaven Hill 's Elijah Craig Small Batch. Last years release was aged for seven years and then finished in Armagnac barrels (cognacs French cousin). PUT THE GODDAMN BOTTLES OUT ON THE GODDAMN SHELVES SO THAT THE GODDAMN CUSTOMERS CAN BUY THE GODDAMN SHIT!!! Thoughts from others who have tasted it? Ive only found one in FL and that was at a locally owned store. The first letter of the batch number indicates which of that years releases the bottle was a part of starting with A, while the second digit is a number that determines the month of the year the bottle was released. With the Jr you need it to breath for at least a week. A great ECBP only needs to do a few things to be great: drink well at proof, hint at cocoa, and acknowledge its 12-year age. Generally, youll need to get these bottles through a ticketing system at the distillery. Good for me! For example, A122 means 1st release, January, 2022. (I know, blasphemous) i tried it in a drink first to try it out though. It has to be the best Ive tried of any brand this year. These expressions of Heaven Hill Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskeys share a release schedule, as along as a batch number. Ive got a bottle, but its empty :-O..ditto ORWV 10 (that one Im kicking myself about since the store had three bottles this was late 2013 and I only bought one; they were all at the front counter, no less! Nose: This is a classic bourbon on the nose with deep flavors of buttered buttermilk biscuits, salted caramel, singed marshmallow, Almond Joy, cherry cream soda, and a touch of Nutella and maple syrup. Its delicious. As with 2020, this is a 12-year, unfiltered, batch strength release, and they can be pretty intense. The Elijah Craig Barrel Proof B522 release hit shelves in May, 2022. A 12 Year, non-chill filtered, and uncut Bourbon clocking in at 125.6 proof. They are selling it for $100 plus tax. With Barrel Proof, you can enjoy Elijah Craig much the same way our . So, what is the deal about the EC Small batch 12-year and removing the 12-year from the front label of EC? The whiskey is made from a very low rye bourbon mash bill of 78% corn, 10% rye, and 12% malted barley. Suggested retail pricing is officially set for $60. But ECBP is still a relatively affordable bottle in 2022 numbers even with after market. However, if you still want to drink Elijah Craig that is aged for a minimum of 12 years, look no further than the barrel-proof version, which is released three times a year. This produces a bolder expression of the Elijah Craig Small Batch product, which is regularly 90 proof bourbon. half #11, and half #12. Enjoyed them both, but favored the #9. Have never had a bottle of ECBP before to compare it with, but it is very oaky, and very good. That will change as Heaven Hill continues to rack up awards and love from whiskey drinkers around the world. 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Ive had OWA and Weller 12 on special order for over half a year now and nothing has shown up. The Best Bourbon Releases of 2021 - uproxx.com But Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is also showing off some year-to-year variety in 2021. Went yesterday and bought 3 bottles of the 12 year age statement bottles to add to the 3 I have in my cabinet. ECBP retails between is between $50-$75. I feel like I know the answer but gotta try. I guess #6 is out? Now, sadlyBOTH are proverbial unicorns! This mashbill is essentially the same for the standard expression of Small Batch. Dont drink and drive. Of Solo Travel, Hotels We Love: This Barbados Property Changed My Mind About Luxury Travel, A 20-Somethings Advice For Your First Trip To Paris The Touristy Stuff And The Underground, These Photos Of Day Zero, Tulum Make A Festival In Mexico Look Way Better Than Whatever The Hell Youre Doing Right Now. Nose: This is a very classic Kentucky bourbon nose with big winter spice notes tied to barks and buds with a hint of nutmeg before leaning into oily vanilla pods and salted caramel chews with a nice hint of apple cider and black cherry cola.