Trom 6 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) vs Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Trom 6 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
£45
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Elijah Craig
★ 5.00
£47
| Trom 6 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) | Elijah Craig Straight Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Murray McDavid | Elijah Craig |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 46% | 47% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.95 | £46.75 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Trom 6 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Trom 6 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Quick verdict
Elijah Craig Straight Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Trom 6 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) is better value at £45 vs £47.
For beginners: Elijah Craig Straight Rye is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Trom 6 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £46.75)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.75 vs £44.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Trom?
Trom 6 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt 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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