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Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel vs Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea
On paper Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel and Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea are near neighbours — both traditional bourbons — so proof (94 vs. 90) is what actually decides it.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel | Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 94 proof (47% ABV) +4 proof | 90 proof (45% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$60 – $80 ~$8 less | ~$70 – $85 |
| Availability | Limited | Widely available easier to find |
- Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea does not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
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Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel
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Flavor Profile
Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 9/6 oak: Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel 9 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 6 out of 10
sweetness 8/6 sweetness: Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel 8 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 6 out of 10
nuttiness 5/3 nuttiness: Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 3 out of 10
spice 5/4 spice: Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel 5 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 4 out of 10
fruit 4/5 fruit: Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 5 out of 10
heat 4/3 heat: Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel 4 out of 10, Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea 3 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Oak is doing most of the differentiating here.
- Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel: Finished in a second toasted (not charred) barrel, which produces an unmistakable toasted-marshmallow note. Sweet and heavily wooded, and one of the more distinctive finishes any major producer makes.
- Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea: Bourbon that spends months rocking in a ship's hold. Each voyage tastes a little different, but expect caramel and dark sugar with a savory, faintly salty edge from the trip.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel if you want a distinctive toasted-oak, marshmallow-sweet finish you will not find in a standard bourbon at a slightly lower price point.
- Go with Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea if you want a conversation-piece bourbon with a savory, slightly briny twist from aging at sea without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat, rocks (Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel); neat, rocks (Jefferson's Ocean Aged at Sea).