Elijah Craig Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey 700ml 47%
This Elijah Craig Rye is a Kentucky-style rye delivering spice, caramel and smooth, balanced character.
Volume: 700ml
ABV: 47% (94 Proof)
Origin: Kentucky, USA
Style: Straight Rye Whiskey
This is rye… without the intimidation.
Elijah Craig Rye uses a classic Kentucky-style mash bill of 51% rye, 35% corn and 14% malted barley, giving it that signature spice but softened by sweetness from the corn.
That’s what makes it different.
👉 Still spicy
👉 But much more approachable than high-rye styles
On the nose, it opens warm and balanced. Dark chocolate, baking spices and a touch of smoke sit alongside sweet caramel notes.
The palate is where it works. Caramel and honey lead, followed by cinnamon, nutmeg and rye spice, with a smooth, slightly sweet core holding it all together.
This is the key.
👉 You get rye spice
👉 But it doesn’t overpower
The finish is medium to long. Pepper, spice and oak linger with a clean, slightly sweet fade.
This isn’t a hardcore rye.
It’s a gateway.