Elijah Craig 10 Year Old Private Barrel "The Bartender's Choice" Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon

The Gold Standard, Selected by Professionals

Experience bourbon in its most powerful, unadulterated form. Elijah Craig "The Bartender's Choice" is a rare 10 Year Old Private Barrel selection, hand-picked for its exceptional depth and versatility. While the standard Small Batch is a staple of backbars worldwide, this Barrel Proof expression is an "insider’s bottle"—selected by industry experts for those who demand the pinnacle of Kentucky Straight Bourbon.

Uncut, Unfiltered, Unrivalled

As a Private Barrel release, this bottle skips the traditional dilution process. Bottled at a robust 121.0 Proof (60.5% ABV), it offers the full-throttle intensity of the barrel. Because it is non-chill filtered, it retains all the natural oils and esters from the charred American oak, resulting in a creamy, viscous mouthfeel that defines the "Bartender's Choice" profile.

The 10-Year Age Statement

Aged for a full decade in the prime "sweet spot" of the Heaven Hill rickhouses, this bourbon strikes the perfect balance between the vibrant sweetness of grain and the deep, tannic structure of aged wood.

• Nose: Bold waves of toasted oak, burnt orange peel, and dark Manuka honey.
• Palate: An explosion of rich vanilla bean and buttery caramel, transitioning into a sophisticated spice rack of black pepper, cinnamon, and clove.
• Finish: Exceptionally long and warm, with a slow-fading notes of pipe tobacco and cocoa.