Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bourbon B525

Experience the unfiltered intensity of the B525 batch, the second release of 2025 from Elijah Craig’s renowned Barrel Proof series. Aged for 11 years and 6 months and bottled at a robust 126.2 proof, this Kentucky Straight Bourbon delivers the whiskey exactly as it was meant to be enjoyed—straight from the barrel. Because it is uncut and non-chill-filtered, the spirit retains all the natural esters and fatty acids, resulting in a remarkably rich mouthfeel and a full-bodied flavor profile.

The nose immediately offers a complex bouquet of brown sugar, toasted oak, and caramelized banana, underscored by hints of dark cherries and leather. On the palate, the high proof amplifies deep notes of molasses, dark chocolate, and spicy cinnamon, while the classic Heaven Hill mash bill ensures a balancing sweetness. The finish is long and warming, leaving a lasting impression of honey, black pepper, and sweet oak. This is a bold, uncompromising pour designed for those who appreciate the true character of premium bourbon.