Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Rye Announced

Elijah Craig Launches Its First Ever Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey

Elijah Craig expands its acclaimed barrel proof and rye lineup with a new expression, released three times annually and debuting with a 12-year, 3-month-aged first batch.

BARDSTOWN, Ky., Sept. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Elijah Craig Bourbon, a leading family of premium American Whiskeys, today announced its first ever Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey, expanding its barrel proof product offerings for the first time. Known as the “Father of Bourbon” for pioneering the use of charred oak barrels, Elijah Craig’s latest release gives consumers an incredible opportunity to enjoy Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey in its purest, uncut form.

First Release Details And Distillery Tasting Notes

The result is a rich, deep copper-hued liquid that leads with aromas of baking spices, gingerbread and a sweet note of molasses. Tasting reveals a complex and well-balanced experience leading with stewed fruits and touches of cinnamon. Lingering notes of nutmeg and lots of rye spice will round out a long, warm finish. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Rye Batch A925 has a proof of 108 and carries an age statement of 12 years and 3 months.

Master Distiller’s Notes

“Our signature Elijah Craig spice and complexity shine through beautifully in our inaugural Barrel Proof Rye, in an approachable way that makes it ideal for barrel proof first-timers and experienced palates alike,” said Conor O’Driscoll, Master Distiller, Elijah Craig Bourbon. “As whiskey fans know, barrel proof is kind of like that famous box of chocolates, in not knowing what you’re going to get until the barrel dumps. In this instance, we got a 108 proof treat that drinks bolder than its number would suggest.”

Future Release Schedule

Following this initial release, Elijah Craig’s Barrel Proof Rye will be released three times annually, every January, May and September. The timing follows the brand’s famed, unique batching system for barrel proof expressions – using letters “A,” “B,” or “C” to indicate the order of the release, the first number representing the month and the last two numbers indicating the year, making this batch A925.

Availability and Price

This highly anticipated Barrel Proof Rye release will be available in 750 ml bottles nationally by late September at a suggested retail price of $74.99. It joins the Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon that can also be found nationwide also for an MSRP of $74.99.

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