Name: Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon
Brand: Elijah Craig
Price: 41.50 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.1 (37 reviews)

Question 1

What does Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon taste like?

Accepted Answer

Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon is characterised by Vanilla, Toasted notes. Elijah Craig Small Batch replaced the discontinued 12-year-old as the brand's flagship, maintaining the distillery's reputation for quality while shifting to a non-age-stated bottling. Expect a warm core of cooked apple and honey underpinned by bourbon barrel depth—a profile that has earned dual Gold medals at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

Question 2

Is Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon sweet?

Accepted Answer

Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon has some sweetness (60/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Yes — at £41.5 with a community rating of 4.1/5 from 37 ratings, Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon offers excellent value. It's a Neatly Value Pick.

Question 6

Should I drink Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon is enjoyable neat at 47% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon?

Accepted Answer

Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon pairs well with honey cake, crème brûlée, mild soft cheeses, and glazed nuts. The sweet, honeyed character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon?

Accepted Answer

Serve Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

What is the community rating for Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon?

Accepted Answer

Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon is rated 4.1/5 on Neatly based on 37 community ratings. A strong, well-regarded expression.

Question 11

Is Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon similar to Lower East Side Blended Malt?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon and Lower East Side Blended Malt share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. Lower East Side Blended Malt costs £29.9 vs £41.5 for Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon.

Question 12

Is Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon similar to Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon and Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman costs £49.95 vs £41.5 for Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon.

Question 13

How does Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon compare to TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon and TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon is sweet and approachable, while TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is known for Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Nutty notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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