{"product_id":"2021-elijah-craig-the-legend-of-mickey-jim-single-barrel-128-8-proof-750ml","title":"2021 Elijah Craig The Legend of Mickey Jim Single Barrel 128.8 Proof 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis nine-year-old single barrel expression of Elijah Craig delivers an extraordinary depth of flavor. Uncut and straight from barrel #6204287, known as 'The Legend of Mickey Jim,' this Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey offers a powerful sensory journey for the discerning connoisseur.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A powerful and complex bouquet immediately greets the senses with rich caramel and toasted vanilla bean, underscored by dark dried fruits like fig and raisin. A pronounced oak presence emerges, intertwined with warm baking spices—cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of clove. Underlying these robust notes are subtle hints of orange peel and a delicate nutty character, possibly roasted almond or pecan, testament to its nine years of aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is robust and full-bodied, delivering an immediate wave of sweet and spicy intensity. Deep, dark caramel and butterscotch meld with bittersweet chocolate and a concentrated vanilla extract. The high proof (128.8) is present but well-integrated, providing a satisfying warmth rather than an aggressive burn. Chewy oak tannins are beautifully balanced by a burst of candied orange zest, pipe tobacco, and a developing peppery spice (black pepper, allspice). A touch of leather and a faint herbaceous quality (mint or dill) add further depth, showcasing its long maturation in new charred oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is exceptionally long and evolving, a testament to its barrel proof and age. It begins with a lingering warmth, followed by waves of dark chocolate and roasted coffee. The oak spices persist, particularly cinnamon and a pleasant char, fading slowly into notes of dried fruit and a whisper of smoky sweetness. The mouthfeel remains viscous and satisfying, leaving a harmonious blend of sweetness, spice, and aged wood that encourages another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reserve","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48318549688538,"sku":"NDC-1786224407406","price":117.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/8263\/7018\/files\/main_1f5572c2-c8fb-4dd4-854b-83c54e3e5f04.png?v=1786325567","url":"https:\/\/takeyourpickliquors.com\/products\/2021-elijah-craig-the-legend-of-mickey-jim-single-barrel-128-8-proof-750ml","provider":"Take Your Pick Liquors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}