If youre doing all of that, youre a great batch. Pass. I should clarify that price ($299.99) is for the 18 year old. Do we have a local bourbonr group to assist each other when stores may get something hard to find in stock? as of October 1,2015, VA ABC liquor stores STOPPED, and will NO longer be taking names (list) for ANY product in ANY of their stores; however, they are still honoring peoples requests (orders) who have been on a previous list prior to October, 2015, or whove ordered bottles BEFORE they instituted their new policy of NO MORE customer LISTS. Re-read that. Got my out state family to grab me two bottles of OWA. Scored 5 bottles for myself and got my mom 3 bottles. This release, titled A123, is the 31st overall release in the ECBP series, dating back to 2013. 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! Its nose opens with a blend of classic bourbon scents, while its palate and finish provide sweeter and spicier notes with a touch of oak and leather to ground it. Plan on cracking open a #10 soon! Im thankful. Thats especially true if you get the right one. I plan on asking my other usual ABC stores if this is true. Dude, HA!You better buy that bottle if you want some. We will revisit this as more details become available. Haaaaaaa I have a #6, but waiting for special occasion to open it. Weve yet to score to a bottle for that price, albeit close in the $80 range. MSRP: $70 Palate: The palate has a hint of caramel malts next to Vanilla Coke, a buttery and spiced apple pie with plenty of brown sugar, and a hint of ginger next to some orange blossoms in the background. There was one more bottle on the shelf and I looked at it for a while, but ended up grabbing the last bottle of Stagg Jr as Id heard this was a solid bottle though no where near George T Stagg. Finish: The end has a mild sense of tangerine flesh and star fruit that leads back to warm ABVs and dark winter spices layered into fresh tobacco and old cedar bark. Thats more than 10 points down from the 136.6-proof bottle released in 2020 (and nowhere near the one released half a decade ago that topped out at over 139. The juice tends to include special barrels with unique finishing casks in very small batches to highlight the prowess of Limestone Branch out in Lebanon, Kentucky. The rye spice on the palate delivers an extra punch in this batch, which sort of double bounces cinnamon note over everything. Real or just hype? Nose: Burnt caramel candies and lush vanilla lead the way on the nose with hints of dry straw, sour cherry pie, and spiced apple cider with a touch of eggnog lushness. Its midpoint displays more earthy flavors that you wish had a bit more development behind them. Great nose some good heat. Here. Thought that was implied by my post stating Got a call this morning. They do know me there, but dont know if they consider me special. I think with ECBP they should really try to keep the proof at 135+..it makes it so much better, IMO. Last years drop was their 18-year Marriage which was, well, a marriage of high-rye bourbons with a wheated bourbon (BT makes both Weller and Pappy on-site). 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.. Thats whats fun about tasting these blinds, finding out answers to questions like that. Report back with some tasting notes. Let's find out. $55 at Total Wine. B522 means that this is the second release of the year, thus 'B' as in A., B., and C. (I get a bonus check for obscure British TV references just kidding), and was released in 5/22 or May of 2022. Nose: This is a classic bourbon on the nose with deep flavors of buttered buttermilk biscuits, salted caramel, singed marshmallow, Almond Joy, cherry cream soda, and a touch of Nutella and maple syrup. 1. Thankfully, this one knew when to stop, and did so on a dime. The last batch of Bookers of 2022 is a nod to Booker Noes father, Pinkie Noe. The Best New Whiskey Releases of 2023 (So Far) The 23 Best Bourbons to Drink in 2023. . The first release of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof in the new year is ready for retail shelves. Its solid foundation rooted in bourbon fundamentals is found in its nose and finish, both displaying classic scents and flavors. Can anybody confirm if the EC 18 will be a nationwide release and if so when? Heaven Hill trended their proof lower this year in general, with the first two releases kept at or below a respectable 121 proof. Limit one per customer. ABV: Varies Its unquestionably the best of the year. Batch 9 was my bourbon of 2015. It has to be the best Ive tried of any brand this year. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is a full proof monster with a few cousins on the market. 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 However, compared to the prior 2022 batch, it comes in slightly hotter on the proofing. I feel like I know the answer but gotta try. The heat wasnt really there in any overwhelming way but popped in from time to time. Maybe I should hold on to a few of those, too? As the barrel proof heat dissipates, notes of vanilla and butterscotch come into the spotlight, surrounded earth tones and oak in the background. So, what is the deal about the EC Small batch 12-year and removing the 12-year from the front label of EC? The juice is a wheated bourbon that spent eight years mellowing before bottling. For some this proofpoint is already touching . Not sure if I got 11, or 17? Last years Bottled-in-Bond was a masterpiece in a bottle and really highlighted the beauty of Eddie Russells dep understanding of bourbon. The flavors are subdued and this is a menacingly sippable bourbon batch. MSRP: $140 To mark the start of the year, were highlighting the scheduled bourbon releases that have us the most excited for 2021. 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. 2020 ModernThirst. Finish: The finish leans into a stewed apple with a hint of clove and sassafras that, in turn, leads to almond tobacco and plenty of cedar wrapped in old leather. Picked up 2 bottles of batch 12 of ECBP at my local store when the owner said We also got some Pappy in today if you want it.. Sorry for the late reply Davidsons had some. Estimated Release: June. Just bought a bottle of batch 12 ECBP. I picked up a bottle of the batch #9 two weeks ago. Nose: The nose opens with a deep leatheriness with a bright line of green hatch chilis next to a warm sense of dry powdered dark chocolate and dried sour cherries with an underlying dry earthiness and this tiny whisper of sourdough starter. Heritage month and limited release season: theyre reason enough to embrace an early bird bourbon lifestyle. Im going to have to give this one some time (and maybe a little water) before passing judgement. RELEASE DATE Batch Proof January 2023 A123 125.6 TASTING NOTES BARREL PROOF "The nose will knock you off your feet. Sweetness fades to oak and musty books leather and spice. Just picked up three bottles of batch 11, hope to crack a bottle this weekend. You already know the accolades for Elijah Craig Barrel Proof. 2022 Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batches: All 3 Ranked and Explained. I kind of just want to talk about that Frank August Single Barrel all day. Now onto the review and tasting notes on the second expression of the 2022 Elijah Craig Barrel Proof B522. Unfortunately, youre not going to find this bottle easily or anywhere near its MSRP. Just snagged two bottles of #6 in Virginia this afternoon. MSRP: $175 I was shocked this ranked this high. Waiting for him to return home in a couple weeks to crack it. Your email address will not be published. Everyone seems to be cashing in on this bourbon frenzy. What You Should Know about the 2021 Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batches: You already know the accolades for Elijah Craig Barrel Proof. I can still feel that one burning a bit (I might have some more tonight). I was in court that morning, so a family member got there early and was second in. Thanks. Not to happy with price. Ive had 4 others, #3, #4, #11. Its just not quite as refined as the other pours today. This was just f*cking delicious. Picked up an Elijah Craig barrel proof #9 in Northern Kentucky. The 23 noting the year of release. Its excellent. I was enjoying #5 just last night. Sounds like the real estate market of 2006/7, Hey guys I picked up 3 bottles here in the okc area in the past 3days of ECBP 2 for $46.99 and 1 today for $55.99, 2were release #11 and 1 release #12 of 2013. However, I guess that changed some time between them issuing that email/notice and the Monday it dropped in the Hampton Roads area stores. Heres my ranking: The third best batch of 2021 was batch B. He is married with two daughters, and lives in east Louisville. Our controlled state and the continued craze set me back $85 (w/ tax). The letter at the beginning of the sequence is the batch number for the given year. A good dose of ABV heat kicks up on the mid-palate with a mulled wine spiciness and a touch of sour cherry. ECBP carries a consistent 12yr age statement. Water makes the whole experience slightly more syrupy, but to be honest, there wasnt much need in the way of alterations. MSRP: $60/each Once you decode the label, youll understand why the Elijah Craig Barrel Proof and Larceny Barrel Proof share the same batch number. Nose: This is full of dark brown sugar vanilla pods and winter spices that start to lean toward chili and cumin and then a sense of a well-seasoned pork butt before it goes into the smoker its kind of like raw leather. It will be available in a limited number of retailers through the brands current national distribution zone. The highest proof point, for instance, is almost five points below last years low end. $69.99 + tax. You can decide for yourself if its worth it (it is, at least once in a lifetime). The rhetoric is good but not even close to worth the price they are asking for it. Get the latest bourbon news to your inbox: my ranking for 2020 Bookers Bourbon batches. Palate: The palate has a soft creamed honey sweetness with a twinge of Cherry Coke next to buttery toffee dipped in crushed roasted almonds with a hint of Mounds Bar and chewy caramel. I went in later to complain but the AM wouldnt come out. Found 3 batch 13 on the shelf at a suburban Minneapolis muni for $65. Estimated Release: November. ABV: Varies It would be delicious, save for the proof buzzing in your head the entire time, like a headache. This uncut and unfiltered version of Redwood Empires beloved bourbon is a four-grain whiskey built from a blend of California, Kentucky, and Indiana whiskeys. Good new is ECBP is still 12-years-old. For now, though, Im comfortable nursing batch A-122. Aside from the excellent flavor and high proof what makes ECBP even better is its retail price. Its a high-proof whiskey, released in several batches per year, and its generally seen as the most authentic option for drinking well-matured Elijah Craig bourbon straight from the barrel. Is there anywhere in Tennessee to buy Elijah Craig Barrell Proof ???? I know a lot of Bourbonrs still use it as a reference for older releases. Side by side comparison to Bookers bluegill, the EC was far and away a more well rounded, defined and flavor full drink. I would take the four roses barrel strength over the limited space. I have some in a crystal tumbler as I write this. So I take it that policy doesnt apply to special orders for products that are year round that just dont show up in VA ABC stores? **plenty of room for corruption there**..so, I suppose we will see die hard bourbonrs and greedy flippers this season camping out in front of ABC liquor stores hoping to get a bottle(s) of super premium bourbon/whiskey..and the downtown Norfolk store does on occasion stock the good stuff, you just gotta ask for whatever it is youre looking for because it will most probably be in the back roomlol.the sales folk employed there as friendly,but not many know too much about Whiskey, Frank is a great guyget to know him.the VA beach location you mentionednot friendly at allthe asst. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Release #3 (66.6% / 133.2 proof) Nose: Oak, toffee, dark sweets, lemon custard, vanilla and dark fruit. ECBP is a 12-year-old uncut, unfiltered bourbon which Heaven Hill releases once a quarter. Two bottles of #6 just sitting on the shelf with the regular EC12 yr today in Jersey. Now, sadlyBOTH are proverbial unicorns! Please be responsible. Please be responsible. (You can unsubscribe anytime). Oh, yeah, I want the 12 year 94 Proof back! MSRP: $69-$99/each People love the stuff. Estimated Release: August. Call me a sweet tooth drinker, but the best batch of 2021 was Batch A, which happened to be dessert in a glass. The 1 represents the month of release, January. Go figure. Whether youre riding the bandwagon of wheated bourbons or have been on that wagon for decades, this is a solid bottle of booze. Also to be desired: some depth to the nose, which is relatively subdued. !..I was told after they have honored the people on ALL of these waiting lists, that will be the end of ALL lists of ANY kind in the future at the VA ABC stores..kaput! It accomplishes everything by doing the opposite of what we expect from Elijah Craigits not the spiciest or the oldest. They had 9 bottles of ECBP at 3333 Va. Beach Blvd. Good Luck! A big, full-of-life whiskey from the start with simple formula: waves of grain up front, waves of spice out back. Just picked up two bottles of this batch at the local Total Wine here in Bellevue, WA. The "A" in the name stands for the first batch in an annual A, B, C line. In the fall of 2013, Heaven Hill Distilleryreleased the first Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (ECBP) outside of the Heaven Hill Gift Shop. Frankly, I believe its largely tied to the high proof points this collection is known for. What these two bottles have had in common with previous releases and award-winners is those central flavors that makeup the DNA of Elijah Craig: coffee, cocoa, baking spices. 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. They are selling it for $100 plus tax. I just found a bottle of batch 6. Prices varywhile Heaven Hill still claims a suggested retail price of $60, regular drinkers arent likely to find that, even before taxes. Just scored a bottle of elijah craig barrel proof #10 in illinois. I was able to get my hands on batch #4. Clay is Editor at Large of The Bourbon Review. Less balanced, and just doesnt taste like Elijah Craig to me. Haha. Semantics aside, with so many barrel proof bourbons on the shelves it felt like it was the perfect time for a barrel proof bourbon blind taste test. This produces a bolder expression of the Elijah Craig Small Batch product, which is regularly 90 proof bourbon. I just opened a bottle of batch 12 ECBP. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Each one had its own vibe and moxie that makes it a great pick. I dealt with one manager there who didnt want to take a special order from me and was rude. And while youve surely got a few half-full bourbon bottles on your shelf, its time to look forward to the new expressions coming down the pike in 2021. They got 3 bottles and put it on their online inventory. Batch C922 delivers a slightly sweet pour with a nice balance of additional spice and a touch of earthy notes. Nonetheless, well focus mostly on the ECBP bourbon in this review. That being said, its always fun to see how these bottles grow and develop year by year and 2021 should be another stellar outing. The first letter of the batch number indicates which of that year's releases the bottle was a part of . Im struggling with saving or drinking? PUT THE GODDAMN BOTTLES OUT ON THE GODDAMN SHELVES SO THAT THE GODDAMN CUSTOMERS CAN BUY THE GODDAMN SHIT!!! Ferg. (patting myself on the back). The batch numbers may seem a little odd to the eye at first, but the code is actually pretty straight forward. In the past, thats been the case on more than one occasion. I saw 18 today for 300. Got a call this morning that two #10s were in store for me. Following is a number (1,5, or 9) which represent the release month, and the last 2 digits are the year of release. As with most ECBP releases, things start out on the hot side with this 12 year old bourbon. Found a bottle in Atlanta store today 5/13/2016. Thoughts from others who have tasted it? According to Heaven Hill, the Elijah Craig Barrel Proof batches are characterized by three things: a high proof point, a 12-year age statement at minimum, and flavors including leather, tobacco, chocolate and spices. Last years release was aged for seven years and then finished in Armagnac barrels (cognacs French cousin). If youre not in Kentucky (or nearby), expect to pay as much as two to three times more for the bottle. Couldnt get a BT Antique Collection and was offered this. Ah, Old Fitzgerald (Heaven Hill) Their yearly Bottled-in-Bond releases have become some of the most sought-after drops throughout the year. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Let's dive in one last time to the lineup before the New Year arrives and see what the folks at Heaven Hill have in store for us. 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. Crazy!! The letter at the beginning of the code is the batch number for the given year, so in A120, its the first batch. Batch C922 delivers a slightly sweet . This was the 3333 Virginia Beach Boulevard location. Let me know if you are interested in where it is. Still, this is a multi-award winning bourbon thats often called out as a very underrated bottle of booze to have on hand. Like a lot of expressions out of the Heaven Hill Distillery, we believe Elijah Craig is a value buy in general. Notes of nutmeg, vanilla, cinnamon, and fruit. New bottle DOES have a 12 yr age statement, so I was very glad to see that. He is a native of Louisville, KY in the heart of Bourbon Country. Which bottle should I buy? I got it for 56.99. Neither is inherently better. Another big part is the growing adoration for wheated (instead of high-rye) bourbons. That said, this would work perfectly well in a cocktail. While I did find a twinge of roughness to this one, I was really trying to find it. A big part of that lauding is due to the craft behind the bottle. Whatever this years release holds, itll be an expertly crafted and unique bottle of bourbon worth giving a shot (if you can find it). I have all the releases and enjoy the hunt as much as tasting the great brown water., HOW DO YOU KNOW WHAT RICKHOUSE EACH BATCH CAME FROM. That bottle now retails at $3,000. Company: Elijah Craig Distillery Co. (Heaven Hill), Distillery: Elijah Craig Distillery Co. (Heaven Hill), Mashbill: 78% Corn, 12% Malted Barley, 10% Rye, Caramel | Lightly toasted marshmallow | Light honey | Vanilla dipped oak | Light barrel char | Classic bourbon scents, Slight tannic oak | Leather | Charred caramel | Bold rye spice | Hints of cinnamon | Toasted earthy flavors display its age, Bold rye spice | Light cinnamon apple crisps | Heavy charred oak | Black peppercorn | Dry leather | Dry spicy notes linger. I think Ive met Frank. Palate: The palate opens with soft brown sugar next to cherries dipped in dark chocolate, allspice berries, and eggnog creaminess. ABV: Varies Heaven Hill has often said that the plan is to always have them in January, May, and Septemberthree a year for the foreseeable future. Batch A121 is the first release of Elijah Craig's Barrel Proof expressions for 2021. VA had their online ordering yesterdaywas able to order 2 bottles. They have 6 bottles at the store by me in NY some of the new bottle design and some of the old. MSRP: $50/each Yes, it was a special order/wait list. Did you get any ETL today? This puts it in the company of bourbons like Bookers, Stagg Jr., Old Forester Birthday Bourbon, and others at the top of the proof pyramid. Found bottle of #13 @ 127 proof (MN) ($59.99) in new EC bottle. Thats a hell of an honor for the wheated bourbon. Ive been really leaning towards the cask strength or barrel proofs. 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. Proof shouldnt be a factor in quality in and of itself, but even the best critic will have to acknowledge that a high-test whiskey that drinks like syrup deserves a special star. Release 7 was dumped at the end of Jan and went to distributors on Feb 2. Its actually pretty straight forward. But Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is also showing off some year-to-year variety in 2021. 2017 Copyright The Bourbon Review. Barrel Proof is a three-bottle release that sticks with its strict calendar with a reliability not seen from many distilleries these days. Just got home about twenty minutes ago. I just saw a bottle of #10 in Indianapolis for $99.99. Hey Celtic.yeah, hahaIm on the list as well for some Weller 12..I also signed up last year, early spring, and am still waiting on its arrival, but I was able to get some bottles in NY when I went there late last yearand the Colley ave store had plenty of ETLs on the shelf last fallwas able to get a nice allotment. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof - May 2017 Batch B517 124.2 Review Bill is the Co-Founder, Editor-in Chief, and official Bourbon-o-Phile for ModernThirst.com, and Founder and Chief Blending Officer for Four Gate Whiskey Company. Well, I just saw a bottle for sale on Westchester Wine Warehouse for a whopping $299.99 plus tax! Do NOT like the body redesign with the new Elijah Craig bottle. Last time I saw it was in a po-dunk ABC by the coast. Also, picked up EC 18. This brand-new release from awards-favorite Frank August dials things into a single barrel of whiskey. This special release from Makers Mark is their classic wheated bourbon turned up a few notches. However, my experience has been the opposite. The Elijah Craig Barrel Proof release happens in three waves annually. Stumbled across BP on the website of my local here in MA., so I drove down there only for it not to be on the shelf. Still letting it sit for a while to ensure proper mixing. The "1" denotes the release month, January, while the 23 represents the current year. Press Esc to cancel. when I showed up, however, they were all spoken for. The Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batches 2020 Ranked and Explained. The secondary price could fetch $90 however. But I had to convince myself to add water in the first placewho in their right mind tries to touch up Starry Night? Has ECBP Batch 5 and Batch 9. Has anyone tried the new batch 10 and have tasting notes? Have never had a bottle of ECBP before to compare it with, but it is very oaky, and very good. Still, there is the ABV factor at play with barrel proof bourbons. Batch A122 affords a sip that will please many but wow few. Picked up 3 bottles of Release #1 134.2 proof for ~$65 each. A list that wasnt suppose to exist. But now Im upset I didnt load up on Barrel Proof for $60s, because actually like that the best of em all. He was right about honoring the waiting list with the 8 bottleshe/they/the store HAD to..that is following protocol from the ABC headquarters in Richmond. He puts me in a very very bad mood. The ABVs really didnt overwhelm but added to the overall spiciness and warmth of the bourbon flavor profile. (Seattle, WA). ABV: 49.45% Who wants a drink? Palate: Clove buds, cinnamon bark, and allspice berries lead on the palate with a hint of chili pepper spiciness before a lush sense of vanilla white cake with toffee frosting and burnt orange creates a luxurious mouthfeel with a hint of alcohol warmth. Has anyone on here tasted the new bottles of Elijah Craig without the age statement? 18 year old available for $150 to $200 around stores that I see here. ECBP #9 at Total Wine Spokane $ Spokane Valley, Just picked up an ECBP #9 at my local store here in CTjust sitting on the shelf all alone waiting for a good homeunfortunately no luck on the EC-18 though. *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. Event in Cedar Rapids, IA by Local Craft Cellar on Saturday, April 29 2023 You helped me find a few here in northern Virginia. Release 9 just hit NE Arkansas. Still on #11, but my crack #12 to see how it fairs. . This was able to balance the craftiness of it all that sweet graininess with a really solid overall high-proof bourbon flavor profile. Estimated Release: September. Water messes with the balance, highlights the baking spices, and elongates the oak. Manager there is a piece of work! 200 each. New ECBP batch A118 (Jan 2018) dropped last week. Effusiveness for Frank August aside, this was a killer lineup of bourbons. MSRP: $70 Whatever they get from here on out will be first come first serve. MSRP: $60 (2022) . $55 & declined to pay that much. Four Gate Whiskey Announces Release 15.1, 15.2, & 15.3: The Bluegrass Trilogy, Old Forester 21st Release of Annual Birthday Bourbon, Press Release: Old Foresters Next Release in the 117 SeriesFeatures a Blend of Barrels Aged Solely in Warehouse K, Elijah Craig Barrel Proof May 2017 Batch B517 124.2 Review. ECBP retails between is between $50-$75. I like it a lot, but its not quite as rich and flavorful as #11. Vanilla, oak, toffee, sweet syrup, pralines maybe. Its just kind of classic with a big ABV push through the mid-palate to the finish. Plus, that roughness will go away once you make an old fashioned or whiskey sour with this one. Whisky Advocate named B517 the best whiskey of 2017, and it has seen plenty of accolades since to boost its reputation further. Finish: The end has a mild sense of dry sweetgrass and plenty of heat that gives way to an echo of that cinnamon and dark chocolate with a smidge of smoldering cacao husks and cinnamon bark. How does this last release from the venerable 12 year old stand up to its forebears? Like I said, if distillery is charging $80 now for it, we arent seeing it for less than $100+ RETAIL!!!! If you're not old enough to drink, then you're not old enough to read Breaking Bourbon. Go figure. Last year, Fred didn't feel Elijah Craig's Barrel Proof release wasn't up to standards, although many disagreed. 2017 Copyright The Bourbon Review. Im surprised a store would even sell your BCS Barleywine. Swiped it right up as its the first time Ive ever come across any ECBP up here. Nose: Theres a leathery nature on the nose with classic bourbon deep flourishes of very black cherry, salted caramel, cinnamon toast with cream butter and old vanilla pods, a touch of orange oil, and woody spice berries and barks. Its finish is long, dry, and coats the palate in silky layers of tea and tobacco flavors. Luckily, we went snow tubing in the mountains yesterday and stopped into an ABC store and saw 6 bottles on the shelf. Your email address will not be published. The variations can also be great between batches; in 2020 there were nearly 10 proof points of difference between the highest and lowest proof releases. If its who I think it is, yes hes a piece of work and thats being nice. ***I just snagged TWO bottles of EC barrel proof from 2 ABC stores in VAHampton roads..on my way to work, stopped in a store to take a look around and low and behold, stumbled right into the cashier checking out a customer buying a bottle of the ECBPI was stunned, because these were alloacted here a few months agoI asked the cashier if there were anymore, and she said, yes, one more and proceeded to the back office to get it.meanwhile, the customer was telling me that ABC had plenty of them, but didnt shelve theminstead they put it online under the EC small batch (1.75L) bottle, NOT barrel proofWTF!aint that some shit.why are these goddamn stores and the Richmond distribution center hiding stock from customers? Very happy!! That being said, these batches will not vary wildly, but you should be able to find the nuance of the barrels in each. The palate is ridiculously viscous, with cinnamon candies, rye, barrel, roasted vanilla bean and chocolate." ROB MORTON, DISTILLER.COM COLOR: Deep amber AROMA: Were looking forward to seeing what Barrell does next. While were sure to be a little light on the indie drops, were fully committed to covering small brands making big noise in the new year. Nose: Mocha and leather mix on the nose with fresh-cut green grass and piping hot cornbread dripping with butter and caramel sauce, creating a very grain-forward/crafty vibe. Going to go back and pick it up if still there. Bought myself a batch 5 in Belgium. He has written about whiskey, food, drink, and culture for Esquire, Playboy, Men's Journal, Popular Science, Southern Living, Maxim, among others.
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