Elijah Craig Straight Rye

Elijah Craig Straight Rye

Elijah Craig Straight Rye is a premium rye whiskey produced by Heaven Hill Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky. The brand is named after Elijah Craig, a Baptist minister who is credited with inventing bourbon whiskey in the late 18th century.

History: Elijah Craig Straight Rye was first introduced in 1986 as a tribute to the legendary Elijah Craig. The brand has since become known for its high-quality, handcrafted rye whiskeys that are made using traditional production methods.

Production: Elijah Craig Straight Rye is made using a combination of traditional pot still and column still distillation processes. The whiskey is then aged in new American oak barrels that have been charred to bring out a rich, complex flavor profile.

Mash Bill: The mash bill for Elijah Craig Straight Rye is a blend of 51% rye, 35% corn, and 14% malted barley.

Aging: The aging process for Elijah Craig Straight Rye typically ranges from 7 to 12 years, depending on the specific expression.

• Expressions: Elijah Craig Straight Rye offers several expressions, including:

  • Elijah Craig Straight Rye: The flagship expression, which is a blend of rye whiskeys aged for 7-12 years.
  • Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Straight Rye: A barrel-proof rye whiskey that is bottled at cask strength.
  • Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Finish Straight Rye: A limited-edition rye whiskey that is finished in toasted oak barrels.

Straight Rye is a type of whiskey that is made from a mash bill of at least 51% rye grain. It is known for its spicy and complex flavor profile, which is often described as dry and crisp.

Characteristics:

• Spicy flavor: Straight Rye is known for its bold, spicy flavor, which comes from the high percentage of rye grain in the mash bill.
• Dry finish: Straight Rye typically has a dry finish, which means that it doesn’t leave a sweet or syrupy residue on the palate.
• Complexity: Straight Rye is often described as complex, with flavors that can range from spicy and peppery to fruity and floral.

Production: Straight Rye is typically made using a combination of traditional pot still and column still distillation processes. The whiskey is then aged in new American oak barrels, which are charred to bring out a rich, complex flavor profile.

Aging: The aging process for Straight Rye can vary, but it is typically aged for at least 2 years and up to 12 years or more.