Bottle of Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Bourbon Whiskey and a bottle of Elijah Craig Toasted Rye Whiskey
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Elijah Craig Toasted Bourbon & Rye Bundle

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Elijah Craig Toasted Bourbon & Rye Bundle

Bourbon & Rye Bundle | 2 × 750mL | Each: 47% ABV, 94 Proof | Kentucky, USA | Custom-Toasted Barrel Finishes

Process & Profile

Elijah Craig Toasted Bourbon & Rye Bundle pairs two Kentucky whiskeys that explore the influence of a second, custom-toasted barrel. The bundle includes one 750mL bottle of Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and one 750mL bottle of Elijah Craig Toasted Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey. Together, they offer a useful comparison of how toasted oak complements different grain recipes at the same bottling strength.

Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Bourbon begins with fully matured Small Batch Bourbon before entering a second barrel developed with Independent Stave Company. The finishing barrel is made from oak air-dried for eighteen months, then toasted and flash-charred. This additional maturation introduces sweet oak complexity, with caramel, pepper, chocolate, and a touch of smoke.

Elijah Craig Toasted Rye follows a similar approach using fully matured straight rye whiskey and its own custom finishing-barrel treatment. Its rye-led mash bill provides a different foundation, bringing creamy chocolate, toasted nuts, and lingering spice into focus. Both expressions are bottled at 94 proof, making the pair well suited to exploring their differences neat or in matching cocktail recipes.

Tasting Notes

Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

  • Nose: Caramel supported by pronounced toasted oak.

  • Palate: Rich spice and pepper give way to milk chocolate and a light smoky accent.

  • Finish: Warming, with chocolate and baking spice lingering.

Elijah Craig Toasted Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey

  • Nose: Toasted oak, crème brûlée, almond, and hazelnut.

  • Palate: A soft, creamy texture with milk chocolate and gentle baking spice.

  • Finish: Gradually warming, with extended spice notes.

What Makes It Special

  • Two distinct expressions: One Kentucky Straight Bourbon and one Kentucky Straight Rye.

  • Two full-size bottles: Includes one 750mL bottle of each whiskey, totaling 1.5 liters.

  • Custom-toasted barrel finishes: Both whiskeys receive additional maturation after their initial aging.

  • Matching bottling strength: Each is 94 proof, allowing a comparison without a difference in alcohol strength.

  • Different grain foundations: Bourbon and rye bring distinct characteristics to the toasted-barrel approach.

  • Flexible tasting and gifting: A complementary pairing for an adult whiskey gift or a home comparison.

How to Enjoy

Pour a small measure of each into separate tasting glasses and compare them neat. Notice the bourbon’s caramel and lightly smoky chocolate character alongside the rye’s toasted nuts, creamy texture, and lingering spice. Try a few drops of water in each and revisit the aromas.

For a cocktail comparison, prepare an Old Fashioned with each whiskey using the same proportions of sugar and bitters. Keeping the recipe consistent helps reveal how the base whiskey changes the drink’s balance.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is included in the Elijah Craig Toasted Bourbon & Rye Bundle?

    The bundle contains one 750mL bottle of Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and one 750mL bottle of Elijah Craig Toasted Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey, totaling 1.5 liters.

  2. How do the two whiskeys in the Elijah Craig Toasted Bourbon & Rye Bundle differ?

    Toasted Barrel Bourbon has a corn-led bourbon foundation, while Toasted Rye uses a rye-led mash bill. Both receive custom-toasted barrel finishes, but the bourbon emphasizes caramel, chocolate, and light smoke, while the rye features toasted nuts, creamy chocolate, and lingering spice.

  3. Are both bottles in the Elijah Craig Toasted Bourbon & Rye Bundle the same proof?

    Yes. Each whiskey is bottled at 94 proof, equivalent to 47% ABV. These are the standard Toasted Barrel Bourbon and Toasted Rye expressions.

  4. How should I taste the Elijah Craig Toasted Bourbon & Rye Bundle?

    Start with small neat pours in separate glasses, comparing aroma, texture, and finish. You can also use each in the same Old Fashioned recipe to explore their differences in a cocktail.

  5. Where can I buy Elijah Craig Toasted Bourbon & Rye Bundle?

    You can purchase Elijah Craig Toasted Bourbon & Rye Bundle directly from The Barrel Tap.

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