{"product_id":"elijah-craig-15-year-single-barrel-2026-release-bourbon","title":"Elijah Craig 15 Year Single Barrel 2026 Release Bourbon","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Elijah Craig 15 Year Single Barrel 2026 Release is a Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey aged 15 years and bottled at 108 proof (54% ABV), delivering exceptional depth with rich caramel, seasoned oak, and bold baking spices. Hand-selected from a single barrel, this ultra-premium expression represents the pinnacle of extended aging craftsmanship. Named after Reverend Elijah Craig, known as the \"Father of Bourbon,\" this extraordinary whiskey comes from Heaven Hill Distillery's most distinguished barrels. Each bottle represents a unique, unrepeatable snapshot in time, with this specific release drawn from Barrel No. 25 and bottled on April 1, 2026. At pbexpressliquor.com, we're proud to offer this masterclass in Kentucky bourbon heritage that showcases what a decade and a half in new, charred oak can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep vanilla, brown sugar, toasted oak, dark chocolate, and warm baking spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich caramel, seasoned oak, cinnamon bark, leather, and honeyed fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long finish with lingering oak tannins, sweet vanilla, and warming spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54% (108 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Year\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeaven Hill Distillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew Charred Oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Celebrating milestones with an exceptional aged bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Savoring the complex flavors developed over 15 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector's Display:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adding a premium single barrel release to your whiskey collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThoughtful Gifting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Presenting a truly special bottle to bourbon enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Elijah Craig 15 Year Single Barrel special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 15-year aging process creates exceptional depth and complexity that younger bourbons simply cannot achieve. Each single barrel is hand-selected for its unique flavor profile, making every bottle a one-of-a-kind experience. The extended time in charred oak develops rich caramel notes, deep vanilla, and sophisticated spice complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink this 108 proof bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bourbon is perfectly balanced at 108 proof for neat sipping, allowing you to experience its full complexity. You can add a few drops of water to open up additional flavors, or enjoy it with a single ice cube. The high proof carries the flavors beautifully without overwhelming heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good investment bottle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle barrel releases like this often appreciate in value due to their limited nature and unrepeatable character. However, this bourbon is crafted for drinking and enjoying. If you're looking for both exceptional flavor and potential collectibility, this represents excellent value in the premium bourbon category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this compare to other aged bourbons?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 15 years, this Elijah Craig offers more oak influence and complexity than standard 10-12 year expressions. If you enjoy bottles like Blanton's or Eagle Rare, you'll appreciate this bourbon's deeper, more mature flavor profile. The single barrel nature means each bottle offers unique characteristics you won't find in small batch releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the best way to store this bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore your bottle upright in a cool, dark place away from temperature fluctuations. Unlike wine, bourbon doesn't continue aging in the bottle, so proper storage maintains its quality indefinitely. Keep the cork moist by occasionally turning the bottle if storing long-term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elijah Craig","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":53093058969894,"sku":"ECSB-15YR","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/7951\/6015\/files\/ElijahCraig15YearSingleBarrel2026Release_4c1c537c-dc32-44c8-bfb7-5cc88013c884.png?v=1776822931","url":"https:\/\/pbexpressliquor.com\/products\/elijah-craig-15-year-single-barrel-2026-release-bourbon","provider":"PB Express","version":"1.0","type":"link"}