Product Description

This bourbon is a small batch blend of 8–12-year-old barrels, featuring a Level 3 charred white American oak finish. It is crafted from a 78% corn, 12% malted barley, and 10% rye mash bill to balance sweetness and spice.

Style/Type

Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Company/Producer

Heaven Hill Distillery

ABV

47% (94 Proof)

Available Sizes

750 ml, 1 Litre (Duty-Free options)

Label

Elijah Craig Small Batch (classic bourbon branding)

Market Positioning

Premium and super-premium global bourbon; available in Kolkata through specialist import retailers and travel retail

Distillery Location

Bardstown, Kentucky, USA

Awards

Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (among other international accolades)

Expression/Variant

Small Batch (other variants: Barrel Proof, Toasted Barrel)

Aged Period / Cask Type / Release Year

NAS (typically 8–12 years); Level 3 charred white American oak barrels

Tasting Notes

Nose: Complex aromas of vanilla bean, sweet fruit, and fresh mint
Palate: Smooth and warm with toasted oak, butterscotch, cinnamon, and nutmeg
Finish: Long, sweet, and slightly toasty
Balance, Complexity: Richly layered, with oak-driven warmth and subtle spice

Elijah Craig Small Batch Price in Kolkata

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Elijah Craig a premium bourbon?
Yes; it is classified as premium and super-premium, consistently winning international awards.

Does it still have a 12-year age statement?
No; the 12-year statement was removed in 2016, though the blend still uses 8–12-year-old barrels.

How is it best enjoyed?
Neat, on the rocks, or as a robust base for classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned.

What does “Small Batch” mean?
A mingling of up to 200 barrels per batch, hand-selected by Master Distillers.

Is it better than other Heaven Hill bourbons?
Subjective; often preferred over Evan Williams for richer oak influence, though some find it woodier.

Signature Recipes / Serves

1. The Elijah Craig Old Fashioned – 60 ml bourbon, 3 dashes bitters, 1 sugar cube, orange twist

2. Manhattan – 60 ml bourbon, 30 ml sweet vermouth, 2 dashes Angostura bitters

3. Whiskey Sour – 60 ml bourbon, 25 ml lemon juice, 20 ml simple syrup

4. Ginger Mule – 50 ml bourbon, ginger beer to top, lime wedge

5. Bourbon & Maple Splash – 60 ml bourbon, 15 ml maple syrup, lemon wedge

Disclaimer

“Approximate prices for information only. We do not sell/encourage alcohol or target minors. Drink responsibly if legal. Not affiliated with any brand/retailer. Indian prices are state-set MRP/MSP; actual retail prices may vary.”