Elijah Craig Barrel Proof 2022 Release
The Elijah Craig Barrel Proof 2022 bourbon release is finding its way to a liquor store near you. Moreover, after being released to a warm welcome, Larceny Barrel Proof is back for 2022 as well with a Batch A122 of its own.
These expressions of Heaven Hill Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskeys share a release schedule, as along as a batch number. While Larceny Barrel Proof is a newer addition, the Elijah Craig Barrel Proof 2022 release marks the expression’s 10th Anniversary. Nonetheless, we’ll focus mostly on the ECBP bourbon in this review.
SEE ALSO: Bourbon Release Calendar 2022
2022 Batches
Once you decode the label, you’ll understand why the Elijah Craig Barrel Proof and Larceny Barrel Proof share the same batch number. In this instance, that is Batch A122. 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. Lastly, the 22 represents the year, in this instance 2022.
Table of Contents
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof A122
The Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is an uncut or barrel strength version of their Small Batch 12-year-old Bourbon. This whiskey is bottled straight from the barrel without chill filtering. This produces a bolder expression of the Elijah Craig Small Batch product, which is regularly 90 proof bourbon.
Fun fact on the man behind this brand, it is suggested that Elijah Craig was the first person to use charred oak barrel aging. This product in particular uses a char number 3. Each batch of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof has a different ABV, and Batch A122 comes in at 120.8 proof. This is a few points less than the prior release.
Overview:
- Proof: 120.8 Proof
- ABV: 60.4%
- Age Statement: 12 Years Old
Review & Tasting Notes
Color:
Bright bronze hue
Aroma:
Vanilla, Caramel, toasted marshmallow, oak notes and nuttiness
Taste:
The taste incorporates notes of caramel, oak, bold rye spice, and of course warmthat the back of the palate
Finish:
The finish features notes of cinnamon, bold rye spice, charred oak, caramel, andfades slowly then lingers as it cools
Release Date & Availability
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof hits liquor store shelves January, 2022. It will be available in a limited number of retailers through the brand’s current national distribution zone.
Proof & ABV
The Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon Whiskey is bottled at 120.8 proof. The 120.8-proofing is the equivalent of 60.4%% ABV.
Mash Bill
The mash bill of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof A122 is E 78% Corn, 12% Malted Barley, 10% Rye. This mashbill is essentially the same for the standard expression of Small Batch.
MSRP & Secondary Price
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. This Bourbon Whiskey series from Heaven Hill has an MSRP of $60.
Suggested retail pricing is officially set for $60. We’ve yet to score to a bottle for that price, albeit close in the $80 range. With limited distribution, we feel a secondary price of $90 on the latest 2022 Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon Whiskey for sale is still fair in the current bourbon market.
SEE ALSO: 2022 Kentucky Bourbon Festival Returns to Bardstown, KY in September
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof B522
The Elijah Craig Barrel Proof B522 release hit shelves in May, 2022. Like all versions of the general release, it is uncut and non-chill filtered. However, compared to the prior 2022 batch, it comes in slightly hotter on the proofing. Batch B522 is rated at 121 proof versus 120.8 on batch A122.
Overview:
- Proof: 121 Proof
- ABV: 60.5%
- Age Statement: 12 Years Old
Now onto the review and tasting notes on the second expression of the 2022 Elijah Craig Barrel Proof B522. Compared to the prior release, it is more balanced, earthy, and sweet. As the barrel proof heat dissipates, notes of vanilla and butterscotch come into the spotlight, surrounded earth tones and oak in the background.
SEE ALSO: 2021 Elijah Craig Barrel Proof, Larceny, Bourbon Release
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof C922
Batch C922 is yet to be released.We will revisit this as more details become available.
“As with every batch, we are constantly balancing all the attributes (rickhouse site, floor, 12 years of age) to achieve the depth of flavor Elijah Craig Barrel Proof has come to be known for. 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.”
– Heaven Hill PR
FAQs
How much should I pay for Elijah Craig Barrel Proof?
Heaven Hill suggests the retail price is $60 per 750-ml. bottle. However, we’ve been hard pressed to find it for that pricepoint. The secondary price could fetch $90 however.
Is Elijah Craig Barrel Proof 12 years?
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is essentially an uncut 12-year old Small Batch bourbon, which is bottle straight from the barrel.
Is Elijah Craig Barrel Proof good bourbon?
Like a lot of expressions out of the Heaven Hill Distillery, we believe Elijah Craig is a value buy in general. That’s of course if you enjoy the Heaven Hill Distillery distinct style.
How often does Elijah Craig Barrel Proof come out?
The Elijah Craig Barrel Proof release happens in three waves annually. Each of those three releases will be different expressions from the prior.
Be sure to follow our Instagram and ‘Like’ our Facebook page to get all of the latest Bourbon T-shirt releases, new gear and other fun stuff.
