Redwood Empire Lost Monarch vs Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Redwood Empire Lost Monarch | Elijah Craig Straight Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Redwood Empire | Elijah Craig |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | America |
| Type | Blended | Rye |
| ABV | 45% | 47% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £51.25 | £46.75 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Redwood Empire Lost Monarch
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Redwood Empire Lost Monarch
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Quick verdict
Elijah Craig Straight Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Elijah Craig Straight Rye is better value at £47 vs £51.
For beginners: Redwood Empire Lost Monarch is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Redwood Empire Lost Monarch
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£51.25 vs £46.75)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£46.75 vs £51.25)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Redwood?
Redwood Empire Lost Monarch suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
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 Redwood Empire Lost Monarch