I was told that they will no longer be doing special order/wait list for ECBP. Just got number 11 yesterday 49.99,all this bourbon craziness is started to remind me of the stock market bubble before it popped,when you go to the grocery store and hear little old ladies talking about pappy van winkle you know its about time. Has ECBP Batch 5 and Batch 9. Ill email you sometime, or you do the same. Were only a few years into the new system of labeling for Elijah Craig Barrel Proof, which has made some batches into cult favorites. Lived in Jax for a few years, but reside in Orlando now Its good to have someone in the state to share knowledge with. Great flavors. Its a great balance. That will change as Heaven Hill continues to rack up awards and love from whiskey drinkers around the world. He has written about whiskey, food, drink, and culture for Esquire, Playboy, Men's Journal, Popular Science, Southern Living, Maxim, among others. A big part of that lauding is due to the craft behind the bottle. Lets dive in! Welcome to another year of putting the three batches of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof into a steel cage, three-way wrestling match and seeing who emerges victorious. But save some room because there's two more to come of. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is one of my favorite releases because of how consistently good each batch manages to be. That lightness really made this feel like a cocktail bourbon more than anything else. A place in Randolph had it i picked it up. Its real frustrating when I talk to my buddy up in Boston, who tells me his local store gets a case in ever other month. Check out my review of Elijah Craig Barrel Proofrelease #1 here. Palate: The palate leans into cherry root beer with a hint of vanilla cream soda next to eggnog spices and creaminess, old dried roses in older leatherbound books, and a whisper of red peppercorn cracked over some sweet pipe tobacco. Ive had OWA and Weller 12 on special order for over half a year now and nothing has shown up. Release 9 just out Virginia, limited 70 cases for the entire state. These are often seen as showpiece bottles. Were looking forward to seeing what Barrell does next. Less balanced, and just doesnt taste like Elijah Craig to me. Ive had 4 others, #3, #4, #11. Barrel Proof is a three-bottle release that sticks with its strict calendar with a reliability not seen from many distilleries these days. Like all versions of the general release, it is uncut and non-chill filtered. Glad I got them. There are a lot of reasons to love ECBP, but truth be told, the best and worst part of this collection is the variety. Company: Elijah Craig Distillery Co. (Heaven Hill), Distillery: Elijah Craig Distillery Co. (Heaven Hill), Mashbill: 78% Corn, 12% Malted Barley, 10% Rye, Brown sugar | Oak | Dab of cinnamon powder | Touch of rye spice | Faint baking spice | Classic bourbon scents, Brown sugar | Rye spice | Aged oak | Cinnamon spice | Bold heat, Cinnamon | Rye spice | Dab of aged oak | Touch of leather | Lingering heat. Release 7 was dumped at the end of Jan and went to distributors on Feb 2. The first. Let me know if you are interested in where it is. I plan on asking my other usual ABC stores if this is true. Frankly, I believe its largely tied to the high proof points this collection is known for. Updated: For 2017, Elijah Craig Barrel Proof has received a makeover. MSRP: $175 It wasnt until Septembers batch C-922 that the numbers spiked up to a still comparably modest 124.8. Proof: Varies by Release Its so good, folks. Trying to only have one type of bourbon open at a time (one barrel proof and one regular batch). Larceny Barrel Proof (Heaven Hill) ended 2020 strong by getting the top honor of Whisky of the Year over at Whisky Advocate. Anyone get an old batch on new release day? The year kicked off with Batch A122 which delivered more of an earthy pour and was followed by Batch B522 which delivered a bit more of a spicy pour. Havent tried it? 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. Palate: The palate opens with a hint of peach before kicking in some serious ABV buzziness and heat and then quickly rollercoastering down toward cinnamon and clove-laced dark chocolate, dark caramel, apple chips soaked in root beer, and a hint of clove and orange. Two bottles of #6 just sitting on the shelf with the regular EC12 yr today in Jersey. *ALL* (allocated, limited releases including once a year releases such as BTAC and Pappy ) stock will now be shelved and sold on a first come, first serve basis, after they have honored the requests of those who were on these so called waiting lists.smdh. Texture is another storysweet corn and creamy tendrils of vanilla move around the palate. Side by side comparison to Bookers bluegill, the EC was far and away a more well rounded, defined and flavor full drink. haha I Am The ECbp addict and keep an eye on this post regularly to see whats up. Not the heat I expected. very warm finish that stays with you. This release, titled A123, is the 31st overall release in the ECBP series, dating back to 2013. Alright, lets get to the results. ECBP carries a consistent 12yr age statement. I guess the NEW Elijah Craig 12 year old will now taste like a blended hodgepodge of swilllol.. its official..Elijah Craig 12 year old age statement bottles are now in the hands of flippants! Why are store managers holding back bottles, UNLESS those are special order bottles that were never picked up OR allocated bottles that were never picked up.everything else should be shelved for sale, smdh.ridiculous! Thanks, Blake! They had one left after I purchased mine on June 1 and a limit of one per customer. Let's find out. Other barrels shine brighter with a little water added. This whiskey is made from a high-rye mash of 71% corn, 21% rye, and 8% malted barley. I picked it up and enjoy it quite a bit. Finish: Oak, herbal, toffee, spice and peanut. Real or just hype? A fragrant nose of vanilla and orange leads to a thin and spicy bourbon. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is essentially an uncut 12-year old Small Batch bourbon, which is bottle straight from the barrel. It clocks in at 123.6 proof, which is actually low based on previous releases, but don't let that fool you. The mash ends up being 74% corn, 20% raw rye, 4.5% malt barley, and a mere 1.5% wheat. Turns out it that the two bottles they had were still in the office upstairs, so out the door they went with me ($73.99 per, batch 10) along with a bottle each of 2015 Bourbon County Stout and Barleywine. We knew we had some lower storage barrels for the past couple batches and even used some higher aged barrels in them to ensure the maturation was in line with the rest of the brands expressions.. It is available nationwide at an SRP of $69.99. On average over the past 10 year, ECBP clocks in at 131.8 proof. 0002, Smooth Ambler 6 Years Old Founders Cask Strength Series 2022 Batch #1, Horse Soldier Reserve Barrel Strength Bourbon Whiskey. What a shame because its very good juice. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Release Cheat Sheet, Check out my review of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof. thumb area of Michigan. A little less hot. Swiped it right up as its the first time Ive ever come across any ECBP up here. 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. Support your local merchant. Heaven Hill suggests the retail price is$60 per 750-ml. Press Esc to cancel. (You can unsubscribe anytime). Very happy!! New ECBP batch A118 (Jan 2018) dropped last week. If youre not in Kentucky (or nearby), expect to pay as much as two to three times more for the bottle. I kind of just want to talk about that Frank August Single Barrel all day. That being said, its always fun to see how these bottles grow and develop year by year and 2021 should be another stellar outing. Ive run into this before with other bourbon. The ECBP in Illinois was at the Binnys Oak Brook location. Finish: The end is nutty and full of dark cherry tobacco just kissed with dark chocolate and dark brown spices. The first batch of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof in 2022, A122 picks up where last year's Batch C921 left off with a lower proofpoint coming in at 120.8. Its also still accessible. Ive only found one in FL and that was at a locally owned store. Pass. Besides Frank, no one there wants to help you. This surprisingly grain forward bourbon smacks of orange and lemon peels, but hints of state fair lemonade and creamsicle leave some balance to be desired. Its quintessential and yet somehow fresh. The yearly E.H. Taylor release from Buffalo Trace (Sazerac) is always a defining bottle for the bespoke line. Southeastern VA got a few cases this week of the barrel proof, but unfortunately all were allocated (far as I know) to customers on waiting lists and bars (licensees). They had 9 bottles of ECBP at 3333 Va. Beach Blvd. Finish: The heat comes roaring back on the finish with brash woody winter spice and burnt orange with a touch of vanilla trying to find a counterbalance to all the heat. People love the stuff. Each one had its own vibe and moxie that makes it a great pick. Just found a bottle of batch #8 in Marietta, GA while scouting around for ETL. I think Ill drink to that! Store at two, one with the 12-yr label and the other without. The rye spice on the palate delivers an extra punch in this batch, which sort of double bounces cinnamon note over everything. Sorry for the late reply Davidsons had some. Just bought a bottle of batch 12 ECBP. Its mashbill: 78% corn, 12% malted barely, and 10% rye. There was also Orphan Barrel Rhetoric on the shelf too but for $130 a bottle, I just couldnt get myself to grab a bottle. 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. How do you tell what batch it is? A big, bountiful nose of rye and vanilla tea doesnt quit surprising until you discover the hint of peanut butter. With Elijah Craig Small Batch losing its 12 year age statement, is it likely that the Barrel Proof will soon lose its age statement as well? UPDATED: Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Release Cheat Sheet, Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Releases by Proof - Bourbonr Blog, Review: Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Release #8 | barrels and mash, Cigar Spirits: Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon | The Stogie Guys, Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Review | Tipple & Text, ? 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ABV: 50% Yeah, I grabbed it. I have some in a crystal tumbler as I write this. Size 700 ml 750 ml Barcode 096749472215 This 2022 Limited Edition release is available in a 750ml bottle which resembles a similar looking bottle the distillery uses for the most of its releases with only a small distinction that signifies Barrel Proof. Your email address will not be published. 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. Packs a punch but not in an unpleasant way. Generally speaking, you can expect brands to start dropping their new bottles now with big releases landing in the spring, summer, and fall. It quickly became a favorite among Bourbonrs. More details on that HERE. With such a low price its hard to find a better bourbon for the money. Still on #11, but my crack #12 to see how it fairs. This table can also be permanently found on our Bourbon Information & Resources page. Before we get into batch numbers, it would probably be a good idea to go over how the Elijah Craig Barrel Proof system works. That said, this would work perfectly well in a cocktail. Ill keep a lookout for any releases in central FL and report back any findings. Batch C922 delivers a slightly sweet pour with a nice balance of additional spice and a touch of earthy notes. It is available nationwide at an SRP of $69.99. I saw 18 today for 300. I was able to get my hands on batch #4. I should clarify that price ($299.99) is for the 18 year old. 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. Let's find out. Found a bottle of #11 at Surdyks in Minneapolis for $74.99. MSRP: $150 The A represents the three yearly releases: A, B, or C. The next number represents the month of the year, in this instance 1 for January. Good Luck! Barrel proof isn't always the same proof - Batches of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof have ranged from an all time low of 118.2 (B521) to a hazmat highest proof of 140.2 (C914). While I did find a twinge of roughness to this one, I was really trying to find it. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Release #3 (66.6% / 133.2 proof) Nose: Oak, toffee, dark sweets, lemon custard, vanilla and dark fruit. Got an ECBP in Illinois for $54 plus tax. Crazy!! I made out like a bandit with special ordering ECBP batches 9 and 10. The site according to ABC actually crashed with folks trying to order the EHTSWhahahaaaunreal the interest with that I wasnt successful either with winning the opportunity to purchase the EHTSW, and I didnt bother with the Stagg jr, because everytime I go to NY, I can get a bottle very easily. The year kicked off with Batch A122 which delivered more of an earthy pour and was followed by Batch B522 which delivered a bit more of a spicy pour. Store said they just got it this week (March 23). Their releases hit shelves in January, May and September each year as close to clockwork as is permitted in the sleepy world of whiskey maturation and packaging. Once you decode the label, youll understand why the Elijah Craig Barrel Proof and Larceny Barrel Proof share the same batch number. However, I guess that changed some time between them issuing that email/notice and the Monday it dropped in the Hampton Roads area stores. The proof really does hit a high on the end but never overwhelms anything going on in the flavor profile. 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! The first numeral of the code is the release month, and then the last two digits mark the year. Another big part is the growing adoration for wheated (instead of high-rye) bourbons. New Bourbon Releases 2023 Looking for the latest new bourbon releases?This bourbon release calendar is updated for 2023., Complete List of Stagg Jr. Batches, Price, Review, Proof, Releases, Ranked, Plus More Stagg Jr. batches have been, 2022 Kentucky Bourbon Festival Returns to Bardstown, KY in September, Kentucky Derby Party Decorations, Supplies, and Games, Kentucky Derby Hats: A Tradition Behind the Craziest Fashion Tradition in Sports, Blood Oath Pact 9 Bourbon Release, Review, Price, Proof, Where to Buy, Blood Oath Bourbon: Info on Every Release, Everything You Need to Know About Derby Pie (Recipe Included), Colonel Fest in Corbin KY: Everything You Need to Know, Thunder Over Louisville 2023 Schedule, Lineup, Where to Watch Thunder Over Louisville in 2023. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (Batch C921) Classification: Straight Bourbon Company: Elijah Craig Distillery Co. (Heaven Hill) Distillery: Elijah Craig Distillery Co. (Heaven Hill) Release Date: September 2021 Proof: 120.2 Age: 12 Years Mashbill: 78% Corn, 12% Malted Barley, 10% Rye Color: Light Mahogany MSRP: $65 (2021) Official Website Anyone got spare releases of #1, #2, or #6 and want to help a brother out, Id love to make a deal.

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