Elijah Craig Barrel Proof C921 Whiskey Review. Breaking the Seal EP# 173

Today is a special day, we finally get to crack open what is consistently our favorite Elijah Craig BP batches of the year. Does this year's C batch stack up to the years prior or even the A and B batches this year?
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[@chrisfinch6484]

Can’t wait for Dan to dump on this in the next blind tasting 😆😂🤫

[@BourbonJunkies]

Thursday

[@cheechardolino]

Got a bottle a couple of weeks ago, opened it right away - wasn’t disappointed, wasn’t blown away either….I’ll have to revisit

[@robertshay9235]

I’m buying a bottle no matter what any review says. 12yr old barrel proof for $70; I’m IN

[@superman6338]

Me too

[@LeatherDaddy97]

Had it today. Loved it

[@gregmartin1757]

Exactly!

[@offcamber]

This really is an excellent release in the Elijah Craig line-up.

[@nickweiss1891]

Dan - I agree with you. But, for me, this is probably my favorite ECBP ever (for ME). I usually don’t favor those dark leather/tobacco flavors, but this changed everything for me. Those notes, plus aged oak & usual EC sweet flavors makes this one of my favorite pours I’ve experienced

[@shinylunchbox61]

Good energy in this vid. Two blinds needed from y’all: first blind should compare this years A, B, & C BP releases; second blind should compare against previous “C” BPs.

[@BourbonJunkies]

Thursday is a mix of both! All three from this year and last year's c batch!

[@zoolander221]

Dan smells whiskey at 2:35, says “I got wood”. LMAO

[@jamesmay887]

Hey. I really like it. Usually we agree on tasting notes, but I'm on the other side on this one. It's not the best ECBP, but it ain't bad either. Doing a blind on all 3 from 2021 Sunday. We'll see how it goes!

[@ADHDWhiskey]

Sean's attitude is "Pond Water"

[@BourbonJunkies]

Consistently too

[@benhurst2190]

“Whipped in the mouth”. My sides hurt from laughing. Thanks.

[@MassEveNova]

That bottle spin was bang on, I used to wince whenever Dan sent a bottle flying but I'm starting to believe.

[@wyattalexander4041]

@4:40 this is a great whiskey and this is the most accurate description I’m a certified sommelier and that is exactly my notes as well and I blinded this with five other whiskeys that were very good including my 2016 C batch and B batch. The thing that struck me the most was the intensity and the strangeness of the char and almost chocolate Mint nose and again I agree with almost a weird strawberry red fruit cream just a touch in the back you describe this whiskey almost identically to the way I did…. This goes to show why you guys are my favorite bourbon channel I thought personally it was a very good C batch i like a bourbon that punches and the finish is big !! I think anybody that is like this is different immediately thinks it’s worse but I think this whiskey has a lot to offer it was my favorite in the lineup.

[@jessedecastro4907]

Just bought a bottle of ECBP C921 and proofed it down with some EC toasted barrel. Was not disappointed

[@lawrencebehmer1713]

I was able to score the B batch, and I’ve really been enjoying it. I’ve had pretty good luck with some good bottles this year, and the B521 stands out as one of my favorites.

[@ECAstack]

Come back after a month and see if C921 changes. I hated regular small batch EC at first but it opened up to delightfulness.

[@TRob_1964]

I'm with you Sean....not a fan of that bitter wet woody note, or the coffee flavor either. Glad you made this video before looking for this bottle. Thanks guys!

[@jfeliz5882]

I passed on this year's EcBp C9 and opted to buy Eagle rare store pick and Blanton's store pick, might regret in the long run but I'll soak my sorrows in my ECBPc919🔥

[@BourbonJunkies]

In my opinion you got the better deal, Dan might say different but not sure

[@nickweiss1891]

The C921 became my immediate favorite bourbon. It makes me happy that others don’t care for it

[@chadrushforth3812]

I found an ECBP C921 as well as a bottle of Eagle Rare this week. I felt like an elf who got away with robbing Santa’s bag of goodies. The ECBP was heavenly (pun intended). Especially when I snacked on some honey roasted peanuts while sipping. Love it or hate it the whiskey is special for a 12 year at the $65 retail. Gotta thank you two bc after I watch your videos I always feel like hunting. Happy Festivus!!

[@kevinarmitage6114]

Ok, Dan tapping the top of the bottle!! I've got tears in my eyes from laughing!!!

[@joeydouken1292]

Got one yesterday. Maybe my favorite bourbon ive had.

[@mrjiggs8]

Well that was a Side of Dan I didn't need to see.... 4:09..... Happy and Safe Thanksgiving to Everyone.....Even Sean.....

[@ChrisDominey]

Credit where credit's due, Dan nailed the 80's/90's movie trailer voice.

[@LeatherDaddy97]

Leather daddy loves a good dominatrix whiskey. Every ecbp has been super differently reviewed based on whos doing it. Some have said its by far the best one and others hate it. They are just putting out super different stuff every time and i can get behind that. The same profile every year gets old.

[@BourbonJunkies]

Yea it makes it fun

[@ReverseProof]

For once I agree with you.

[@LeatherDaddy97]

@@ReverseProof for once lol

[@terrencemcdermott5840]

I completely agree. This is wildly different than the B batch. I got into bourbon in 2021, so I missed out on the 2020 releases and even the A batch from this year because I didn’t know about ECBP yet and honestly it probably would have roasted my mouth, haha! That said I really enjoyed B, it was just delicious caramel all day. This is completely different and I completely agree with Dan about everything being dark. I got the same things, the char and the dark chocolate. In my short time tasting whiskey I have not tasted anything like this and I have to say, I thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@steveszymanski2962]

Dan's excitement that his shirt is glow in the dark is how I felt getting Super Mario 3 as an 8 year old

[@harryengstrand4795]

just dropped in central wisconsin. $65.99. First pour light wood and pecan.

[@FaceIntoKeyboard]

"Hateful whiskey" that is a new term and I'm kinda loving it.

[@skillet4068]

I pick up one of these every year, glad I went for the B521 this time.

[@waynemontpetit8181]

Hilariously, just got this this morning at Hendersonville NC ABC store. Showed up at 6am for the 9am store opening, got the only bottle there ☺️

[@rdh5961]

Good pick up! I also got my 6 bottles from a hole in the wall store in NC. Also got an EHT Single Barrel from a store right by it.

[@TheWhiskyExplorer]

Thanks guys! I get the strawberry cream note. Do the C batches win consistently in blinds?

[@BourbonJunkies]

For us yea the C's are normally our favorite ones

[@barefootdrummer]

I'm getting cotton candy and candied nuts on the nose (in addition to the char). It is a bit tannic in the finish but that subsides and doesn't leave me dry mouthed. I'm liking it for its darkness!

[@jeremeybaker436]

“Stop railin my mouth!” 😂🤣🤣

[@pumakeeper01]

“Stop railing my mouth” this is the exact content I come here for

[@duffman9908]

I love ECBP and finally got my hands on some C921. I agree with pretty much everything you guys say. I get a lot of brown sugar on the nose maybe molasses. Also some worn leather like an old book cover. But then when you drink it you get some of that barrel bitterness. I love it even though it tastes "angry"

[@BourbonJunkies]

She's an angry one for sure

[@duffman9908]

@@BourbonJunkies Only thing that would make her better is if she was still in the pirate bottle.

[@rdh5961]

Hmm, I had this the other night after going in to a store and finding 6 sitting there for $69 each. I thought it was a bit alcoholic and not the sweet, dense bourbon I usually enjoy from ECBP. Hopefully air will open the bottle. I compared it to three other 2019 and 2020 batches and it finished last.

[@CWChandler1968]

I got a bottle last week. Have not opened it. Cost me $88 in MO. I have had a good month so far Stagg, Little book, MSND in Nov. so far.

[@fishboy2040]

Switching to #teamdan just did, b520,c920,b521 and c921 blind and c921 won. And I expected c920 to win

[@bobfoisy5215]

This whiskey is here to eff! Precious as usual! I know about 1% of what you guys know about whiskey but damn you’re entertaining!

[@aaronstaebell]

Boys, I could only buy one allocated bottle: either EC921 or Henry McKenna 10 yr BIB. I Haven’t had either but do have an EC521, so I bought the McKenna. Have been kicking myself since but glad you have different takes on this. Another awesome vid.

[@andreykashin1729]

I've had the B520, this one- C921, and the A122. My favorite one is the C921; I loved it too. A122 was pretty disappointing though.

[@royalnewjersey]

"We're wayyyy late in here, like 4 people saw it" hahaha

[@mikec5018]

It seems like ECBP has toned down the ABV to be inline with LarcenyBP. I don't know if that's a good thing though. It's what seperates them apart in the past.

[@gch454]

Front palette for me was not good. Mid & finish were pretty good. Nose was better than mouth profile. I agree with both sides of your tasting notes. I think that wet dead tree was front palette for me. Thanks for the review guys!

[@derrickocker6093]

Going off of Dans review, makes me want to try this even more now!

[@MrAccord14]

I agree with Dan. Lots of wood, oak- and a very dark taste for me. It opens up after leaving it out for a bit- but heavy wood and oak presence.

[@LeatherDaddy97]

Tried the c921 earlier today. One of the best ecbps ive had in a while imo. Really like it. Heavy dark and sweet.

[@BourbonJunkies]

You and Dan can have it all

[@LeatherDaddy97]

@@BourbonJunkies get a better palate nerd

[@adams8424]

I am a huge fan of this release too. I enjoy that not all ECBP are the same, and I really like the lower proof on occasion too, hopefully 2022 will be a mix of high and low proof.

[@dane5896]

I just bought a bottle an hour ago. Fingers crossed😳 C918 was my favorite!

[@tomburns7108]

Came to the comment section looking for Zachary Jones to make a comment about Sean would know what a dead tree in the backyard tastes like.... because he's had one in his yard for 9 months

[@ericklindberg8377]

I passed on this yesterday, still have the option to buy. Just feel like I can put $70 to better options. I have Stagg jr batch 16 &17. Feel I'll enjoy those more lol

[@LeatherDaddy97]

To me ecbp is the best option out there for 70

[@dannygonzalez6548]

Just copped mine. Neck poured into my infinity bottle and having a little off the top. Will revisit on NYE for the ball drop. boom. Cheers! 2nd time watching 😁

[@phobbes4-zero]

Did anyone else notice that the E.H. Taylor bottle on the top shelf behind Dan is literally hanging off the shelf? It kinda stressed me out the whole video.

[@Samhopkins1221]

Best quote of the video ,stop railing my mouth

[@soundwaveca]

We just got a120 here in Canada lol

[@joshgoins2602]

I haven’t dropped anything in like 8 years…. Randy Moss dropped a Russell’s single barrel holiday gift idea vid 😂

[@blindsquirrel3123]

I just picked one up. It’s freakin delicious. I’m gonna go buy another bottle for my reserves.

[@yertle27]

I just picked up an ECBP private barrel (119 proof). Getting that same weird earthy taste. Did side by side with A121, A121 blew it away... wasnt close.

[@nauvoogamefarm8835]

Bottle of C921 is available but I’m torn with this split review, gotta go see what Matt rambles about it.

[@ReverseProof]

Sounds complex, Dan. I like that in a whiskey now and again. I can't wait to get a couple bottles.

[@kellybellew7444]

Dan woke up and chose violence the day they filmed this.

[@nredman]

Nice review guys, on your way to 80k…”Stop railing my mouth” - and canceled.

[@BourbonJunkies]

😂🤣

[@angelamccoll7014]

OMG I know I just did a spit take when he said this!🤣🤣🤣

[@ChristianDad717]

Funny story about this bottle from an insider at HH. Would take way to long to type out though!

[@RuckusOutfitters]

Every ECBP i’ve had didn’t hit its peak flavor until 1/2 way down the bottle

[@BourbonJunkies]

Well unfortunately this isn't our bottle so we'll never know. We opened it and took a couple oz out and let it sit for a while. With it only being 120 proof we figured it wouldnt change as much as c920 at 132 proof

[@markbologna7693]

Can’t wait to see Dan put it last in the blinds!

[@ericmorris9660]

There’s a spot in west Michigan that still has cases of B520 left…based on the last two batches this year, maybe I need to go buy a case to stock up…..

[@BourbonJunkies]

Yea there are some smaller stores I know of around that have some older BP's

[@jonathanatocha6825]

I need to see bloopers of the Dan flip and drops. Bloopers!

[@BourbonJunkies]

Oh those would be kept in for sure! Last Thursday there was a drop lol

[@offcamber]

I would describe this as a slightly lower proof version of Stagg Jr batch 16. This is an excellent pour. 🏆

[@chrisfinch6484]

Can’t wait for Dan to dislike this in the blind tasting 😆

[@rinzlerF14]

Found the same bottle today! Drank it along with you guys. I agree this proof is more pleasant than the 130. Good review Cheers! Happy Thanksgiving!

[@ABCmadaAng]

How do we get your paws on the Smooth Ambler Old Scout Single Barrel Cask Strength? It is undoubtedly the greatest surprises of 2021 (in a great way!).

[@BourbonJunkies]

Not sure they don't sell in Michigan I don't think

[@ABCmadaAng]

@@BourbonJunkies how can I send you some?

[@hikinginidaho]

You know Dan is going to hate it on the end of year blinds. 100%

[@BourbonJunkies]

You'll find out Thursday

[@jayRiles03]

I definitely want to see a blind between the three. Haven't had A, but I believe B beats C. Really enjoyed B's finish. Cheers!!🥃

[@BourbonJunkies]

Thursday!

[@Funky_Frankie_1]

My brain exploded, I love my C921 😐 not for everyone I guess...

[@BourbonJunkies]

Dan does too apparently

[@Funky_Frankie_1]

@@BourbonJunkies Dan my man!

[@terrencemcdermott5840]

I am really digging the char.

[@ChadWoodNC-PiedmontSkyCams]

From Dan’s tasting notes, it sounds like it would pair great with an Alec Bradley Tempus Maduro!

[@stuffandwhiskey]

Dan: “No I like C921 more…” Sean: “… … ………” 🤦🏻‍♂️ 😂😂

[@ljdecker546]

Basically, if Dan were a bourbon, he'd be C921? No wonder he's all aboard.

[@natekenjalo8725]

Without comparing all 3, I feel they are pretty good, not great/similar. 2020's were better.

[@tommyrq180]

“I get wood.” Notify the authorities.

[@Pears_US]

god every time dan does a bottle flip I wince a little harder

[@bh-kg8xj]

Got the bottle coming to me, can't wait to try it. Don't let me down Dan😉

[@GUTIANMU]

ECBP has been a disaster this year but I don't know Dickel.

[@LeatherDaddy97]

I dont think theyve been a disaster at all. The first 2 were really good. Loved both. Havent tried c yet.

[@EscobarStyle]

Where are your merch glass drinks at 👀 🤷🏻‍♂️. All sold out???

[@BourbonJunkies]

We hopefully have some aged & ore glasses coming soon. Currently stuck on a boat

[@EscobarStyle]

@@BourbonJunkies I hear most orders everywhere has been backed up.

[@BourbonJunkies]

Yea everything is stuck in logistics limbo

[@EscobarStyle]

@@BourbonJunkies darn that sticks! I hope to grab 1 once you have restocked 🙏🏼

[@kid0indigo]

The swamp characteristic of certain oak funk is something that can kill a bottle for me but I found it to be a positive note in c921. I too love this bottle and that it’s sooo different from the b series that I also love.

[@BourbonJunkies]

Wow for me it killed it

[@amealor63]

saw B batch for the first time last week, 😂

[@Bestial_Trigger93]

A is the best one

[@nickfoles3483]

I have to apologize to Sean, gave him alot of shit over the years. But I now realize...its Dan. He's the weird one, c921isn't that good.....definately not an "A" 😂😂

[@pickleeater3102]

What every guy wants to hear on prom night, "Rail my mouth"

[@Michael_t03]

Betting more than four people stuck around till the end.

[@35057]

Odd couple time,… dans waaay caffeinated and downed two green monsters and Sean seems like he just never woke up at all 😂😂😂 🥃

[@Theplaymaker1271]

Guarantee this would be in the bottom of a blind for Dan... This is purely confirmation bias lol

[@Theplaymaker1271]

I feel vindicated by your blind video lol

[@lilannalucey]

I'm just so conflicted on how hard to hunt this. Dan's weird endorsement makes me want to drink it more out of curiosity. Maybe I'm into that...I don't know...yet...

[@anthonym8345]

Fantastic bourbon

[@tamper-proof3703]

Worst part about barrel proof whiskey is that I don't have enough "dough-ray-me" to make them daily drinkers! #proofsnob Yes, I just hashtagged....🤘

[@Shaqfu283]

Dan "S&M" Shook

[@jasono.1629]

Too many bad or mediocre reviews on all 2021 ECBP releases. I’ve skipped buying every one. I can still find B520 and older batches on the shelves so just buying those. Hoping next year is better, but I don’t think so, hate to be a downer but I’m forecasting it’s all downhill from here with the best batches behind us. They’ll still be pretty good, but not as good as they used to be.

[@mikehaliday8302]

Is it..."laden?"

[@wesleyk7491]

C921 is definitely better than A121 and B521. I would even say better than C920, which I consider an all star bottle. A121 seemed like it fell a bit short for me, B521 tasted like standard EC turned up to 11 and was very good but nothing new, C921 is just so dark and so rich,without being overproofed, it also has notes I've never really got from an ECBP before.

[@ericflowers2146]

Guess I'm one of the four folks who watched that late... 😮🚈

[@FootballGoatGuru]

I think Dan got a little drunk "whiskey of the year"

[@Travis_and_Jess]

After that ass shot I want my money back