Introducing Elijah Craig Toasted Rye, the latest addition to the esteemed family of premium American Whiskeys. Known for its pioneering spirit, Elijah Craig continues its tradition of barrel innovation with this exceptional new expression.
A Legacy of Innovation
In 1789, Elijah Craig became the first to char oak barrels to make Bourbon, earning the title ‘Father of Bourbon’. The new Elijah Craig Toasted Rye pays homage to this legacy, adding complex layers of soft and creamy milk chocolate to the characteristic spice notes of Elijah Craig Straight Rye.
The Toasting Process
The journey of Elijah Craig Toasted Rye begins with fully matured Elijah Craig Straight Rye Whiskey, which is then re-entered at barrel proof into a second, custom toasted new oak barrel. Designed in partnership with Independent Stave Company, these unique secondary barrels are toasted to impart additional layers of flavor. A high-temperature cap applied at the end of the toasting process embeds phenols into the barrel’s surface, adding an element of smoke that perfectly complements the rye’s natural spice and sweetness.
“From the moment our tasting panel tried Elijah Craig Toasted Rye, we knew this expression was going to be special,” said Elijah Craig Group Product Director Max Stefka. “The custom toasted barrel from our partners at Independent Stave Company takes an already world-class whiskey and adds a dessert-like bouquet of flavors.”
A Traditional American Straight Rye Whiskey
Crafted with a traditional mashbill of 51% rye, 35% corn, and 14% malted barley, Elijah Craig Toasted Rye embodies the classic rye spice balanced by the sweetness of corn. The finishing period in the secondary toasted barrel adds the perfect amount of balance to this exceptional rye whiskey.
