Elijah Craig Small Batch Review (2025): Tasting Notes, Value & Cocktails
Does Elijah Craig Small Batch still deliver in 2025? We explore its nose, palate, finish, proof, price, and cocktail versatility. 21+ | Drink Responsibly.
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Quick Specs
Distillery: Heaven Hill
Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon
ABV / Proof: 47% ABV / 94 proof
Average Price: $30–$35
Availability: Shelf
Best For: Neat, rocks, Old Fashioned
Tasting Notes
Nose: Caramel, toasted oak, light baking spice
Palate: Brown sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, and a touch of citrus
Finish: Medium, warming oak, cinnamon, and toffee
How To Drink It
Elijah Craig Small Batch shines neat or with a splash of water. At 94 proof, it also holds up well in cocktails especially an Old Fashioned or a classic Boulevardier.
Value & Who Will Like It
For ~$30, Elijah Craig offers depth and oak that feels like a step up from entry-level bourbons. It’s ideal for drinkers who want something more complex than beginner wheated bourbons but still widely available and affordable.
Alternatives
Old Forester 100 — bolder spice and rye backbone
1792 Small Batch — caramel and peppery spice
Michter’s US*1 Bourbon — smoother, softer, with more balance
Verdict
Elijah Craig Small Batch continues to punch above its price in 2025. With balanced oak, caramel, and spice, it’s a bourbon that works for both casual sippers and cocktail lovers.
Score: 8.4 / 10
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