A toasted barrel-finished rye from
Elijah Craig
, built on a classic straight rye before being finished in a second, custom-toasted barrel to add depth and texture. The process rounds out the sharper edges of rye while layering in additional richness.
The aromatics show a mix of baking spice, toasted oak, and light caramel, with hints of vanilla and citrus peel. On the palate, it strikes a balance between spice and sweetnesspeppery rye character up front, followed by honeyed oak, brown sugar, and a subtle smoky edge from the toasted finish.
The finish is warm and lingering, with spice and oak carrying through. A great option for rye drinkers looking for something a bit softer and more layered, without losing that core rye backbone.
