{"product_id":"elijah-craig-barrel-proof-c-923","title":"Elijah Craig Barrel Proof C 923 Bourbon 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eStraight from the barrel to your glass — \u003cstrong\u003eElijah Craig Barrel Proof C 923\u003c\/strong\u003e is an uncut, unfiltered Kentucky Straight Bourbon bottled at a commanding \u003cstrong\u003e133 proof (66.5% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e after \u003cstrong\u003e13 years and 7 months of aging\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \"C 923\" designation identifies this as the \u003cstrong\u003ethird batch released in September 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e, part of Heaven Hill's acclaimed three-times-a-year Barrel Proof series. No water added, no chill filtration — every ounce of rich, natural flavor preserved exactly as it emerged from the barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense dark caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, and dried fruit with a powerful barrel-proof presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold and full-bodied with rich caramel, dark chocolate, charred oak, warm baking spice, and a deep complexity that builds with every sip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extraordinarily long and warming — oak, spice, and caramel that linger with remarkable persistence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat does \"C 923\" mean?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe batch code breaks down as: \u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e = third batch of the year, \u003cstrong\u003e9\u003c\/strong\u003e = September, \u003cstrong\u003e23\u003c\/strong\u003e = 2023. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof is released three times annually (January, May, and September), with each batch having its own unique character based on the barrels selected.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy is barrel proof bourbon special?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBarrel proof means the bourbon is bottled at the \u003cstrong\u003eexact proof it comes out of the barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e — no water is added to reduce the ABV. This preserves the full intensity, complexity, and character of the spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow should I serve it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest enjoyed neat with a few drops of water to tame the 133 proof and reveal additional layers of caramel and oak. A true sipping bourbon — take your time with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat size bottle is this?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for a 750ml bottle of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof C 923 at 133 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elijah Craig","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40573166288978,"sku":"","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/2864\/8018\/files\/elijah-craig-barrel-proof-c923-bourbon-750ml.png?v=1775149640","url":"https:\/\/www.sunsetliquorstore.com\/products\/elijah-craig-barrel-proof-c-923","provider":"Sunset Liquor ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}