{"id":1379,"date":"2023-12-30T11:43:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-30T17:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/?p=1379"},"modified":"2023-12-30T23:59:00","modified_gmt":"2023-12-31T05:59:00","slug":"spa-city-bourbon-group-drops-elijah-craig-barrel-proof-pick-at-warehouse-on-main","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/index.php\/2023\/12\/30\/spa-city-bourbon-group-drops-elijah-craig-barrel-proof-pick-at-warehouse-on-main\/","title":{"rendered":"Spa City Bourbon Group Drops Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Pick at Warehouse on Main"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>PUBLISH DATE:<\/strong> December 30, 2023<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spa City Bourbon Group has a fresh barrel pick hitting shelves today, and Elijah Craig fans won\u2019t want to miss this one. Available now at <strong>Warehouse on Main in Little Rock<\/strong>, this latest selection is an <strong>Elijah Craig Barrel Proof<\/strong> that delivers a flavor profile well outside the traditional expectations of the brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This barrel leans into sweetness and complexity rather than raw heat, making it a standout among recent Elijah Craig picks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"1380\" src=\"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Tim-Holder-Spa-City-December-30-2023-2-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a 1789 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey bottle label reading \u201cPrivate Barrel,\u201d Warehouse Liquor\/Spa City, barrel proof 114.0 (57% ABV), 8 years old.\" class=\"wp-image-1380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Tim-Holder-Spa-City-December-30-2023-2-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Tim-Holder-Spa-City-December-30-2023-2-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Tim-Holder-Spa-City-December-30-2023-2-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Tim-Holder-Spa-City-December-30-2023-2-9x12.jpg 9w, https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Tim-Holder-Spa-City-December-30-2023-2.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image \u00a9 Tim Holder &#8211; December 30 2023 \u2013 Used for editorial purposes.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"1381\" src=\"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Tim-Holder-Spa-City-December-30-2023-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Elijah Craig \u201cPrivate Barrel\u201d single-barrel bourbon store display showing three bottles; sign reads 8 years old, barrel proof 114, warehouse liquor, barrel serial no. 6834816 (Rickhouse K, Floor 3).\" class=\"wp-image-1381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Tim-Holder-Spa-City-December-30-2023-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Tim-Holder-Spa-City-December-30-2023-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Tim-Holder-Spa-City-December-30-2023-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Tim-Holder-Spa-City-December-30-2023-9x12.jpg 9w, https:\/\/arkansasliquor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Tim-Holder-Spa-City-December-30-2023.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image \u00a9 Tim Holder &#8211; December 30 2023 \u2013 Used for editorial purposes.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-pick-elijah-craig-barrel-proof\">The Pick: Elijah Craig Barrel Proof<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This single-barrel Elijah Craig offering showcases a more nuanced and approachable side of barrel proof bourbon. While still packing plenty of character, it drinks smoother than expected and opens up beautifully with layered dessert-style notes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Barrel Details:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distillery:<\/strong> Heaven Hill Distillery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brand:<\/strong> Elijah Craig<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Expression:<\/strong> Barrel Proof (Single Barrel Selection)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Barrel Number:<\/strong> 6834816<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong> 8+ Years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bottling Proof:<\/strong> 114 proof<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Selected By:<\/strong> Spa City Bourbon Group<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Available At:<\/strong> Warehouse on Main \u2013 Little Rock, Arkansas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tasting-notes\">Tasting Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This barrel stands apart from the classic oak-forward Elijah Craig profile, delivering a sweeter and more fruit-driven experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nose &amp; Palate:<\/strong> Fruit-forward and inviting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flavor Notes:<\/strong> Honey, nougat, raspberry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Light Kentucky hug with lingering sweetness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a complex and unique Elijah Craig that balances proof, flavor, and drinkability exceptionally well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"availability-stickers\">Availability &amp; Stickers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bottles are available now at <strong>Warehouse on Main<\/strong>, with <strong>Happy and the Warehouse crew<\/strong> handling the release. Stickers are still on the way, and Spa City Bourbon Group will notify everyone once they arrive for those who\u2019d like to grab one and apply it themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-this-pick-stands-out\">Why This Pick Stands Out<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Elijah Craig Barrel Proof releases are known for bold intensity, but this barrel shows a different side of the brand\u2014one that highlights sweetness, balance, and layered flavor over sheer power. It\u2019s a reminder of just how much variation a single barrel can bring, even within a familiar label.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re a fan of fruit-forward bourbons or looking for an Elijah Craig that breaks the mold, this one is well worth the hunt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"arkansasliquor-com-takeaway\">\ud83e\udd43 ArkansasLiquor.com Takeaway<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This Spa City Bourbon Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is a reminder that some of the best bottles in Arkansas come from carefully selected single barrels. Sweet, complex, and highly approachable for a barrel proof release, this pick is a must-try for Elijah Craig fans and bourbon hunters alike.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PUBLISH DATE: December 30, 2023 Spa City Bourbon Group has a fresh barrel pick hitting shelves today, and Elijah Craig fans won\u2019t want to miss this one. 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