Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 700102) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) vs Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 700102) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
Tobermory
£67
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Elijah Craig
★ 5.00
£47
| Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 700102) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) | Elijah Craig Straight Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Elijah Craig |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 51.5% | 47% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £67.46 | £46.75 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 700102) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 700102) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
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 £67.
For beginners: Elijah Craig Straight Rye is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 700102) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£67.46 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 £67.46)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ledaig?
Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 700102) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) 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
Only Ledaig 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 700102) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
Only Elijah Craig Straight Rye