Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 375 ml

Elijah Craig Small Batch (375 ml) offers all the signature qualities of the 750 ml original—rich caramel, baker’s spice, oak warmth, and smooth texture—in a smaller, more adventure-ready format. It’s an ideal choice for sampling, gifting, or cocktails—delivering consistent quality in a portable size.

🏺 Origins & Style

• Distilled by Heaven Hill in Kentucky and bottled at 94 proof (47% ABV), this version mirrors the standard Elijah Craig Small Batch but in a portable 375 ml size.

• The mash bill—78% corn, 10% rye, and 12% malted barley—is aged in level 3 charred new oak barrels and blended from no more than 200 barrels per batch—reflecting the brand’s original “small batch” roots even after dropping its 12-year age statement in 2016.

💡 Appearance

Pours a beautiful burnished copper hue with reflective gold highlights—classic bourbon color with visual warmth.

👃 Nose

The aroma is sweet and inviting, featuring caramel and vanilla bean layered with baking spices. Notes of sweet fruit, fresh mint, and gentle oak overlay classic rust-colored richness. Some reviewers detect nuances of brown sugar, buttercream, and pie-spice warmth like nutmeg and clove.

👅 Palate & Texture

• Taste: Smooth and warm with flavors of caramel, marzipan, vanilla, and roasted nuts. Subtle fruit notes like apricot or orange zest mingle with a balanced oak presence—leaning toward mild smoke and tea-like bitterness in some sips.

• Texture: Medium-bodied with an easygoing feel—oilier than expected for 94 proof, but polished rather than heavy; some find a slightly thin or drying mid-palate.

🔁 Finish

The finish is long, sweet, and slightly toasty, ending on gentle oak, light honey, and spice. A mild tobacco or pipe tray note appears in deeper sips; touchpoints of cinnamon, brown sugar, and licorice add depth to the closing moments.

🌟 Reception & Popularity

• Consistently recognized as a flavorful value bourbon, winning awards like Double Gold at San Francisco World Spirits Competition and high marks from Whisky Advocate and Ultimate Spirits Challenge.

• Bartenders and chefs rank it among top approachable bourbon choices, known for both its mixability and approachable sipping character.

The Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon has won "Best Small Batch Bourbon" at the 2018 San Francisco World Spirits Competition!

"Deep color, medium-to-heavy feel. Strong, sweet fragrance with wood and spice tones. Butterscotch candy flavors, so strong I almost hear cellophane unwrapping, are echoed by some oak, caramel and vanilla. Smooth, not too much alcohol fire. Mellow, long finish with a touch of herbal and anise notes." Wine Enthusiast 95 Points