Whiskey Review: Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon

We’re revisiting one of the whiskeys that helped shape our entire podcast: Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon . It might not be the flashiest pour on the shelf, but for a long time, this was our benchmark: everything we tried in the $30–$40 range got measured against it. So today, we’re asking: does Elijah Craig still deserve that pedestal? This Kentucky Straight Bourbon comes from Heaven Hill Distillery , with a mash bill of 78% corn, 10% rye, and 12% malted barley . It’s aged 8–12 years and bottled at 94 proof (47% ABV) . With its #3 char barrels and lower rye content, it’s built to be approachable while still offering a depth of flavor. Let’s break it down. This review is taken from our episode " Casablanca (1942) / Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon ." Click the link to listen to this review in audio format. Nose Brad: Dude, the nose is just like the platonic ideal of what you want from a bourbon. There is caramel. There’s brown sugar. Th

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