Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Rye Batch B526 is a Kentucky straight rye whiskey bottled uncut and unfiltered straight from the barrel at 115.6 proof.

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Rye is released in limited batches, each bottled at full cask strength without chill filtration to preserve the whiskey's depth and character. Batch B526 was released in May 2026, aged 10 years and 8 months, and bottled at 115.6 proof. As a barrel-proof rye, each batch varies with the influence of extended barrel maturation.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Baking spice, sweet molasses, and toasted oak.
Palate: Layered and balanced, with stewed fruit, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Finish: Long and warming, with lingering rye spice and subtle butterscotch.

Specifications

Producer: Heaven Hill Distillery
Style: Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey (Barrel Proof)
Batch: B526
Release: May 2026
Age: 10 Years, 8 Months
Proof: 115.6 (57.8% ABV)
Non-Chill Filtered: Yes
Size: 750mL

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does "barrel proof" mean?
The whiskey is bottled uncut and unfiltered straight from the barrel, so the proof reflects its natural cask strength — here 115.6 proof.

How old is Batch B526?
It is aged 10 years and 8 months and was released in May 2026.

Should I add water?
It can be enjoyed neat, or with a few drops of water to open up additional complexity.