Lucky Seven The Holiday Toast Double Oak 750ML

Lucky Seven The Holiday Toast Double Oak 750ML is a barrel-proof Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey bottled at 115 proof (57.5% ABV) in a 750ml bottle. This double-oak finished expression earned a Double Gold medal at the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and a Platinum award at the 2020 Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards, establishing it as one of the most decorated releases in the Lucky Seven lineup.

Quick Facts: ABV: 57.5% (115 proof)  |  Origin: Kentucky, USA  |  Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey  |  Brand: Lucky Seven Spirits

Production & Heritage

Lucky Seven Spirits is a Kentucky-based brand that partners with established, well-known distilleries across the state to source and finish its bourbon — the company has stated it will never own its own distillery, instead focusing entirely on barrel selection and finishing expertise. The Holiday Toast begins with a mashbill of 72% corn, 18% rye, and 10% malted barley, initially aged in new charred American oak barrels before undergoing a secondary maturation in heavily toasted new American oak barrels. This double-oak process amplifies the toasted character and deep caramel sweetness that define the expression, while the barrel-proof bottling at 115 proof delivers those flavors without dilution.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Rich caramel leads the nose, followed by fragrant orange blossom and a deep layer of toasted vanilla. The heavily toasted second barrel makes itself known immediately, lending a warm, bakery-like quality.

Taste: The entry is bold and sweet with toasted marshmallow, dark chocolate, and caramel that coats the palate. At mid-palate, holiday spice emerges alongside Christmas cake, crisp graham cracker, and hints of nutmeg. As it develops, cherry pie, cherry muffin, and raspberry tart notes weave through with sweet vanilla and a surprising touch of mint chocolate.

Finish: Long and warming, the finish evolves from fresh gingerbread and pipe tobacco into a lingering light spearmint that refreshes the palate. The toasted oak influence carries through to the very end, leaving a satisfying caramel sweetness behind.

How to Drink The Holiday Toast

At 115 proof, this bourbon rewards a slow, neat pour — a few drops of water open up the orange blossom and cherry notes without muting the toasted oak backbone. On the rocks, the ice gradually tempers the proof and draws out the sweeter marshmallow and vanilla tones. For cocktails, the high proof and bold flavor profile hold up beautifully: an Old Fashioned lets the gingerbread and dark chocolate character shine through bitters and sugar; a Manhattan pairs the cherry and spice notes naturally with sweet vermouth; and a Hot Toddy during colder months plays directly into the holiday spice and warming finish this bourbon was seemingly built for.

Best For

• Gifting a bourbon enthusiast during the holiday season
• After-dinner sipping on a cold evening with dessert
• Sharing with friends who appreciate barrel-proof bourbon
• Adding a standout bottle to a bourbon collection focused on finished whiskeys

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Holiday Toast taste like? The Holiday Toast delivers a rich, dessert-forward profile dominated by toasted marshmallow, dark chocolate, caramel, and holiday baking spices like nutmeg and gingerbread. Cherry pie and raspberry tart notes add a bright fruit dimension, while a light spearmint lingers on the long finish.

How does The Holiday Toast compare to Elijah Craig 12? Reviewers have noted similarities between The Holiday Toast and old-school Elijah Craig 12 Year, particularly in their caramel-forward, oak-driven profiles. However, The Holiday Toast runs significantly hotter at 115 proof versus Elijah Craig's 94 proof, and its secondary maturation in heavily toasted new oak adds a more pronounced toasted vanilla and marshmallow sweetness not found in the Elijah Craig.

Is The Holiday Toast good for sipping neat? Yes — despite the 115 proof, the double-oak finishing rounds the spirit and adds enough sweetness and complexity to make it a compelling neat pour, though a splash of water helps open the full range of aromas for those sensitive to higher proof.

Where is The Holiday Toast made? The Holiday Toast is a Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey produced through Lucky Seven Spirits' partnership with established Kentucky distilleries. The brand is based in Kentucky and sources, selects, and finishes all of its barrels within the state.

What foods pair well with The Holiday Toast? Dark chocolate truffles complement the cocoa and toasted marshmallow notes. Pecan pie mirrors the caramel sweetness and toasted oak. Cherry cobbler echoes the cherry pie and raspberry tart flavors on the palate. Aged cheddar provides a savory contrast to the bourbon's rich sweetness. Gingerbread cookies create a direct bridge to the gingerbread and holiday spice character on the finish.

What sizes does The Holiday Toast come in? The Holiday Toast Double Oak is available in the standard 750ml bottle size.

Is The Holiday Toast worth the price? The Holiday Toast positions as a premium barrel-proof bourbon with a specialized double-oak finishing process, and its collection of awards — including a Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and 91 points from Whiskey Advocate — supports strong value within its price tier for finished bourbon enthusiasts.

Why The Holiday Toast?

The double-oak process is the defining feature here: that secondary maturation in heavily toasted new American oak barrels creates a layered, dessert-like complexity that sets this bourbon apart from standard single-barrel releases. A Double Gold at the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, a Platinum at the 2020 Las Vegas Global Spirit Awards, and 91 points from Whiskey Advocate confirm that the approach delivers results beyond novelty. At barrel proof, nothing is lost to dilution — every note from the toasted second barrel arrives intact. For drinkers drawn to rich, sweet, oak-forward bourbon with genuine depth and award-winning credentials, The Holiday Toast earns serious consideration.