Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory) vs Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)
Mortlach
£48
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Elijah Craig
★ 5.00
£47
| Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory) | Elijah Craig Straight Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Elijah Craig |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 57.1% | 47% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £47.95 | £46.75 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Quick verdict
Elijah Craig Straight Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Elijah Craig Straight Rye is better value at £47 vs £48.
For beginners: Elijah Craig Straight Rye is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.95 vs £46.75)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£46.75 vs £47.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Elijah?
Elijah Craig Straight Rye suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
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Only Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)
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Where to buy
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange