Aultmore 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aultmore 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aultmore
★ 3.00
£42
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Elijah Craig
★ 5.00
£47
| Aultmore 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Elijah Craig Straight Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aultmore | Elijah Craig |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 52.1% | 47% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £41.95 | £46.75 |
| Rating | 3.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Aultmore 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Aultmore 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Quick verdict
Elijah Craig Straight Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Aultmore 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £42 vs £47.
For beginners: Elijah Craig Straight Rye is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Aultmore 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£41.95 vs £46.75)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 £41.95)
Who should buy Aultmore?
Aultmore 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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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