Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Private Select 10 Year Old (Craft Cellars) (63.2% abv)

An incredibly exciting new store pick; a 10 year old single barrel that has been bottled at a barrel proof of 63.2% abv. To our knowledge, this is the first time an Elijah Craig store pick has come into Alberta at cask strength.

Nose:
Starts off with the Heaven Hill nuttiness we’d expect from EC Barrel Proof’s. Charred oak, cocao, vanilla and cinnamon. Incredibly inviting.

Palate:
Creme brulée, bubblegum, dried apricot, cinnamon, and berries. EC BP’s can often be real hot and heavy but this one is surprisingly smooth for the proof.

Finish:
Long, drying wood, leather, and orange zest.