Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch A118 750mL

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch A118 750mL

Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 12 Years Old | 65.3% ABV | 130.6 Proof | 750mL | Barrel Proof | Non-Chill Filtered

Process & Profile

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch A118 750mL is a powerful Kentucky straight bourbon release from Heaven Hill’s highly respected Elijah Craig Barrel Proof series. Released as the first Elijah Craig Barrel Proof batch of 2018, Batch A118 showcases the classic formula that made the lineup a favorite among serious bourbon drinkers: 12-year-old bourbon, bottled uncut, straight from the barrel, and non-chill filtered.

Bottled at 130.6 proof, Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch A118 delivers a bold, full-bodied profile with deep oak, rich caramel, vanilla, brown sugar, cinnamon, and mature barrel spice. The 12-year age statement gives this bourbon significant depth, while the barrel proof presentation preserves the intensity and texture of the whiskey as it comes from the cask.

Batch A118 is a standout bottle for collectors and high-proof bourbon fans who appreciate older Elijah Craig Barrel Proof releases. Its combination of age, proof, and classic Heaven Hill bourbon character makes it ideal for neat sipping, careful proofing with water, or collecting alongside other ECBP batches.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Toasted oak, vanilla, caramel, cedar, cinnamon, brown sugar, and mature barrel spice
• Palate: Dark caramel, oak, baking spice, vanilla, toffee, leather, dried fruit, and rich bourbon warmth
• Finish: Long and powerful with lingering oak, cinnamon, caramel, vanilla, spice, and barrel char

What Makes It Special

• First Elijah Craig Barrel Proof batch released in 2018
• Bottled at 130.6 proof, or 65.3% ABV
• Aged 12 years
• Barrel proof and non-chill filtered
• Uncut Kentucky straight bourbon bottled straight from the barrel
• Highly regarded among fans of older Elijah Craig Barrel Proof releases
• Offers deep oak, caramel, vanilla, brown sugar, cinnamon, spice, and mature barrel character
• Excellent for collectors, high-proof bourbon drinkers, and side-by-side ECBP tastings

How to Enjoy

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch A118 750mL is best enjoyed neat in a whiskey glass to experience its full proof, oak depth, and mature bourbon structure. A few drops of water can help open the caramel, vanilla, dried fruit, cinnamon, and spice notes while softening the 130.6-proof intensity. For collectors, this bottle is especially well suited for vertical tastings against other Elijah Craig Barrel Proof batches.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch A118 750mL?
   Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch A118 750mL is a 12-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon from Heaven Hill’s Elijah Craig Barrel Proof series, bottled uncut and non-chill filtered at 130.6 proof.
2. What proof is Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch A118 750mL?
   Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch A118 750mL is bottled at 130.6 proof, or 65.3% ABV.
3. How old is Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch A118 750mL?
   Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch A118 750mL carries a 12-year age statement.
4. What does Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch A118 750mL taste like?
   Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch A118 750mL offers bold notes of toasted oak, caramel, vanilla, cinnamon, brown sugar, toffee, dried fruit, leather, spice, and barrel char.
5. Where can I buy Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch A118 750mL?
   You can purchase Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch A118 750mL directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for premium bourbon, barrel proof whiskey, and collectible spirits.