{"title":"Elijah Craig Death by Chocolate Launch","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"elijah-craig-12-year-old-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","title":"Elijah Craig Small Batch 47% Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 700mL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/files\/tds-ec-merch-banner.jpg?v=1778213703\" alt=\"\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e47% Version\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElijah Craig is a true Small Batch premium Bourbon, and had that distinction before the term even existed. Bottled exclusively from a dumping of 100 barrels or less, the brand carries the name of Rev. Elijah Craig, the Baptist minister widely considered the \"Father of Bourbon.\" He discovered the method of making true Kentucky Bourbon when his stored his wares in barrels that had been charred in a fire. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElijah Craig is highly acclaimed - it was awarded \"Best of the Best Bourbon\" in 2001 by Whisky Magazine and received a Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Whiskey expert Stuart MacLean Ramsay writes, \"Rich, full bodied and warming with sweet oak, caramel and rye flavors; thick finish with notes of licorice and vanilla.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor: \u003c\/strong\u003eBurnished copper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma: \u003c\/strong\u003eDelightfully complex with notes of vanilla bean, sweet fruit, and fresh mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste: \u003c\/strong\u003eSmooth and warm; pleasantly woody with accents of spice, smoke, and nutmeg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish: \u003c\/strong\u003eLong, sweet, and slightly toasty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere’s everything to like in this, and I guess whisky lovers who only need one or two bourbons in their bars ‘just in case’ may well rather choose this one\u003c\/em\u003e\" - Serge, Whisky Fun\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elijah Craig","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32303296839764,"sku":"ELIJAH-CRAIG-12","price":79.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/products\/tds-elijah-craig-small-batch.jpg?v=1615617373"},{"product_id":"elijah-craig-18-year-old-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","title":"Elijah Craig 18 Year Old Single Barrel 2024 Release Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750mL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 Release\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottled solely from the contents of one expertly chosen barrel, this expression of Elijah Craig is the pinnacle of Bourbon craftsmanship. Bold, robust, and incredibly complex, 18-Year-Old presents a rare and unique opportunity to sip some of the oldest Bourbon in Kentucky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"intro-detail p fadeInDown isAnimated\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBourbon-making is an exercise in patience \u0026amp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e perseverance. Out of the millions of barrels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e aging in Kentucky, only a small fraction are\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e allowed to age as long as 18-Year-Old.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"intro-detail p fadeInDown isAnimated\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach single barrel is then individually dumped \u0026amp; bottled. The barrel number \u0026amp; bottling date is handwritten on the label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWarm, deep leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged oak, spiced vanilla, with notes of mint and chocolate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Richly textured nutty and semisweet, initial bursts of honey give way to toasted wood and pleasant char.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eLively and engaging, then lingers with vanilla and pepper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eElijah Craig 18 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon is everything you could want from a high-aged Kentucky bourbon\u003c\/em\u003e.\" - Jordan Moskal, Breaking Bourbon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The aged influenced flavor of oak doesn’t overpower and is beautifully complimented with barrel influenced notes of vanilla, caramel and a touch of honey graham cracker. The mouthfeel was, to my surprise, velvety and elegant especially for a 90 proof bourbon. I just loved ultra aged bourbon and it is something that cannot be duplicated with anything other than time in a barrel.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Debonair Gentlemen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe vanilla and caramel flavours are expected but charred oak plows through without overwhelming the whiskey’s delivery. It’s actually soft for an old bourbon. This slow sipper has a long finish that spikes midway with hard spices and a musty twang\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\" - Blair Phillips, Distiller (92 Points)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIt tastes almost like an Old Fashioned, meaning distinct orange peel and cherry notes intertwined with the vanilla and caramel. The long finish offers vanilla, oak and orange peel.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Kara Newman, Wine Enthusiast (95 Points)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eWell-rounded, with lovely caramel, creamy vanilla, toasted oak, nougat, and candied fruit, along with a peppering of cinnamon and subtle mint. Pleasant, lingering finish. Great structure with seamless flavors.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - John Hansell, Whisky Advocate (92 Points)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elijah Craig","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32303360671828,"sku":"ELIJAH-CRAIG-18","price":349.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/products\/tds-elijah-craig-18.jpg?v=1681259654"},{"product_id":"elijah-craig-kentucky-straight-rye-whiskey-700ml","title":"Elijah Craig Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey 700mL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/files\/tds-ec-merch-banner.jpg?v=1778213703\" alt=\"\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first extra-aged Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey to join Elijah Craig’s award-winning family of Bourbons. A unique combination of spicy rye grains and sweet corn, coupled with a steadfast attention to detail, give Elijah Craig Straight Rye the perfect balance of flavor and smoothness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the distillation process for Straight Rye is similar to our Small Batch Bourbon, the difference lies in the mashbill. It’s 51% rye grain instead of corn: the legal requirement for this style of American Whiskey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium chestnut.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate with spices and a hint of smoke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich baking spices and honey backed up with smooth oak influence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and lingering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Elijah Craig always impresses with value, but until now has been confined to bourbon. This foray into rye whiskey sticks close to Elijah Craig's bourbon roots by using only the minimum-required 51% rye in its formulation; however, it does achieve a nice departure in flavor. Aromas include butterscotch, caramel-nut clusters, and peppery spice. The spice ramps up on the palate, carried forward by the full body, hearty proof, and mouth-coating texture, as cherry cola, baking chocolate, and darker fruits emerge. Priced a notch below comparable peers, this rye delivers powerful flavors that feel excitingly untamed, and will impress bourbon and rye lovers alike.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eNumber 7 in the 2020 Top 20 - \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eJeffery Lindenmuth, Whisky Advocate (94 Points)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elijah Craig","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44673350566103,"sku":"ELIJAH-CRAIG-RYE","price":69.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/files\/tds-elijah-craig-rye.jpg?v=1710815985"},{"product_id":"elijah-craig-toasted-barrel-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","title":"Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 700mL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/files\/tds-ec-merch-banner.jpg?v=1778213703\" alt=\"\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade to honor the innovative spirit of Elijah Craig, this twice-barreled expression takes our award-winning Small Batch Bourbon to new heights. After it’s fully matured, we finish it in a second, custom toasted barrel, where it picks up an added layer of sweet oak complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eToasted Barrel relies on a custom finishing process that adds an extra layer of sweet oak complexity to our Bourbon. Learn more about how these second barrels are treated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRoasted pecans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLots of toasted oak with rich caramel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBig, rich, and complex. Delightful spice and pepper notes fade to milk chocolate with just a hint of smoke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eComplexity continues. Nicely warming, with lingering chocolate and baking spices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRather than just toast and oak, prepare for luscious caramel aromas, and alluring coffee and dark chocolate notes on the palate. What a welcome addition this is to the Elijah Craig family.\" - Tim McKirdy, VinePair (94 Points - 2022 Top 50)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e\"Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Finish is a sweet, unique tasting bourbon that results from a not-so-common finishing process….. well worth it for bourbon enthusiasts seeking a bourbon with some additional character.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Nick Beiter, Breaking Bourbon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is great! Many of the same notes as Elijah Craig Small Batch, but more concentrated and refined. I find it to be sweeter and richer. I really like it and I'll happily grab a bottle of this if I see it.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Eric Burke, Bourbon Guy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eInitially reticent on the nose, with time this reveals gooey caramel, pralines, Hershey's milk chocolate, and a touch of charred mint leaves. It's chewy and occasionally sharp on the palate, with oodles of roasted nuts, polished oak, mint, peppery spice, dark chocolate, licorice, tobacco ash, and char. The medium-length finish holds tingling white pepper, unsweetened chocolate, and more polished oak.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Susannah Skiver Barton, Whisky Advocate (88 Points)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elijah Craig","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45545909813463,"sku":"ELIJAH-CRAIG-TOASTED-BARREL","price":94.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/files\/tds-elijah-craig-toasted-barrel.jpg?v=1723701162"},{"product_id":"elijah-craig-11-year-old-barrel-proof-batch-b523-62-1-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-700ml","title":"Elijah Craig 11 Year Old Barrel Proof Batch B523 62.1% Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 700mL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBatch B523\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11 Years 5 Months Old\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e124.2 Proof \/ 62.1% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased for the first time in the March 2013, each batch is a an uncut, unfiltered selection of Elijah Craig 12 Year. Each batch will vary both in flavour and in proof as is the nature of such releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"code\" for the batches is as follows: The first letter of each batch indicates the order of the release for that year beginning with the letter \"A\" for the first batch, \"B\" for the second, and so on. Next is a number which reflects the month of the release, so \"1\" for January for example. The third and fourth digits reflect the year of the release. This batch number is printed on the front of each bottle along with the proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Batch Reviews:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sumitup w-richtext\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is consistently a fantastic Bourbon release and batch B523 is no exception. This tasting experience of this release starts off with an incredible nose that’ll have you begging for a taste.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Matthew Evans, Whiskey Consensus (95 Points)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Despite a lower age statement, Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is out to prove age isn’t everything by releasing one of its best batches in a long time.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Eric Hasman, Breaking Bourbon (Well Above Average)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRegardless of age, one has to ask... did they put crack in this release? It's incredible how much this one makes you want to keep sipping. If you can't tell by the fill level on this bottle (I had help), I've clearly been victimized by the deliciousness of this batch.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Nick Anderson, Amongst The Whiskey (92 Points)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The nose gives of all the classic bourbon aromas of red apples, bing cherries, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and hints of pinecone and vanilla. The palate is elegantly robust, with bursts of flavor hitting all the right notes of caramel, fruit, tart, and spicy with a note of chicory adding further complexity. A spark of heat flares up in the finish, but carries through the other flavors.\" \u003c\/em\u003e- Amanda Schuster, Distiller (92 Points)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Elijah Craig","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46279402389719,"sku":"ELIJAH-CRAIG-BP-B523","price":199.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/files\/tds-elijah-craig-barrel-proof-b523_a70324ac-4e15-46a1-a63b-176dcbe08827.jpg?v=1745392277"},{"product_id":"elijah-craig-10-year-old-private-barrel-death-by-chocolate-barrel-proof-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-700ml","title":"Elijah Craig 10 Year Old Private Barrel 'Death by Chocolate' Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 700mL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBarrel Information:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRickhouse:\u003c\/strong\u003e K\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFloor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProof:\u003c\/strong\u003e 118.7\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarrelled Date: \u003c\/strong\u003e17\/10\/14\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSelected Date: \u003c\/strong\u003e19\/09\/24\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAge: \u003c\/strong\u003e10 years 01 month\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYield: \u003c\/strong\u003e144 Bottles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIntroducing \"Death by Chocolate\" our latest single barrel exclusive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLike our previous single barrel release \"Antique Cola\" we want to challenge the status quo of what can be done with a single barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is the first-ever in the world private barrel Elijah Craig that’s had a custom bespoke gift box produced alongside it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\"Death by Chocolate\" is a 10 year old single barrel from the legendary Elijah Craig at Heaven Hill Distillery in Kentucky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis decadent delight was bottled at only 118.7 proof which is more on the sweeter side as opposed to most barrel proofs being 120 proof or higher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhen we sampled this, we knew straight away that this was the one. It’s the perfect bridge between those who love the full suite of flavours only a barrel proof can provide and those who are just venturing into the higher proofs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe just kept getting prominent notes of milk chocolate, fudge and bourbon chocolate truffles as it was just so sweet and rich like the dessert. So we aptly named it \"Death by Chocolate\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor the custom artwork, we had it professionally designed and wanted to depict a ‘death by chocolate’ in a unique way that would complement the existing style. We also wanted to push the envelope further by creating this bespoke gift box to accompany the bottle creating a truly one-of-a-kind collectors item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFrom Seb and the Drink Society team.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elijah Craig","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46452383744215,"sku":"ELIJAH-CRAIG-DEATH-CHOCOLATE","price":249.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/files\/tds-elijah-craig-death-by-chocolate-100.jpg?v=1750828396"},{"product_id":"elijah-craig-18-year-old-single-barrel-2023-release-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","title":"Elijah Craig 18 Year Old Single Barrel 2023 Release Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750mL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/files\/tds-ec-merch-banner.jpg?v=1778213703\" alt=\"\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 Release\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottled solely from the contents of one expertly chosen barrel, this expression of Elijah Craig is the pinnacle of Bourbon craftsmanship. Bold, robust, and incredibly complex, 18-Year-Old presents a rare and unique opportunity to sip some of the oldest Bourbon in Kentucky.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"intro-detail p fadeInDown isAnimated\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBourbon-making is an exercise in patience \u0026amp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e perseverance. Out of the millions of barrels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e aging in Kentucky, only a small fraction are\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e allowed to age as long as 18-Year-Old.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"intro-detail p fadeInDown isAnimated\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach single barrel is then individually dumped \u0026amp; bottled. The barrel number \u0026amp; bottling date is handwritten on the label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWarm, deep leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged oak, spiced vanilla, with notes of mint and chocolate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Richly textured nutty and semisweet, initial bursts of honey give way to toasted wood and pleasant char.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eLively and engaging, then lingers with vanilla and pepper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eElijah Craig 18 Year Old Single Barrel Bourbon is everything you could want from a high-aged Kentucky bourbon\u003c\/em\u003e.\" - Jordan Moskal, Breaking Bourbon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The aged influenced flavor of oak doesn’t overpower and is beautifully complimented with barrel influenced notes of vanilla, caramel and a touch of honey graham cracker. The mouthfeel was, to my surprise, velvety and elegant especially for a 90 proof bourbon. I just loved ultra aged bourbon and it is something that cannot be duplicated with anything other than time in a barrel.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Debonair Gentlemen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe vanilla and caramel flavours are expected but charred oak plows through without overwhelming the whiskey’s delivery. It’s actually soft for an old bourbon. This slow sipper has a long finish that spikes midway with hard spices and a musty twang\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\" - Blair Phillips, Distiller (92 Points)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIt tastes almost like an Old Fashioned, meaning distinct orange peel and cherry notes intertwined with the vanilla and caramel. The long finish offers vanilla, oak and orange peel.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Kara Newman, Wine Enthusiast (95 Points)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eWell-rounded, with lovely caramel, creamy vanilla, toasted oak, nougat, and candied fruit, along with a peppering of cinnamon and subtle mint. Pleasant, lingering finish. Great structure with seamless flavors.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - John Hansell, Whisky Advocate (92 Points)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elijah Craig","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46960924066007,"sku":"ELIJAH-CRAIG-18-2023","price":299.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0246\/9753\/6596\/files\/tds-elijah-craig-18_3.jpg?v=1760677630"},{"product_id":"elijah-craig-11-year-old-private-barrel-the-drink-society-x-goodwater-barrel-proof-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-700ml","title":"Elijah Craig 11 Year Old Private Barrel 'The Drink Society x Goodwater' Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 700mL","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIntroducing \"The Drink Society x Goodwater\" our latest single barrel exclusive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe story of how this barrel came about is quite simple. In December 2024, Amber Beverages gave us a call one day saying they have a spare barrel after we had already committed to Death By Chocolate. We said sure, let's taste the sample and see. It just so happened that the day we received the sample we also had to be at Goodwater that night for an event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFollowing the event, we decided to give it a try and everyone was simply blown away. 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Bold, mature, and richly layered, 15-Year-Old showcases the depth that only extended aging can achieve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBourbon-making is an exercise in patience \u0026amp; perseverance. Out of the millions of barrels\u003cbr class=\"hidden-sm-xs\"\u003eaging in Kentucky, only a small fraction are allowed to age as long as 15-Year-Old.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark mahogany.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDark fruit and figs accented by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ea delicate hint of roses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRobust notes of roasted nuts and toasted oak give way to the deep sweetness of caramelized sugar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich and complex. 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