Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 5) - Straight From The Cask vs Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 5) - Straight From The Cask
Edradour
★ 5.00
£67
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Elijah Craig
★ 5.00
£47
| Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 5) - Straight From The Cask | Elijah Craig Straight Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Elijah Craig |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 53.7% | 47% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.84 | £46.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 5) - Straight From The Cask
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 5) - Straight From The Cask
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Quick verdict
Elijah Craig Straight Rye is better value at £47 vs £67.
For beginners: Elijah Craig Straight Rye is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 5) - Straight From The Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£66.84 vs £46.75)
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£46.75 vs £66.84)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ballechin?
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 5) - Straight From The Cask 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 Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 5) - Straight From The Cask
Only Elijah Craig Straight Rye