BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 2047) - Peated Port Cask vs Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 2047) - Peated Port Cask
Benriach
£70
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Elijah Craig
★ 5.00
£47
| BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 2047) - Peated Port Cask | Elijah Craig Straight Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Elijah Craig |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 63.2% | 47% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £69.95 | £46.75 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 2047) - Peated Port Cask
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 2047) - Peated Port Cask
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 £70.
For beginners: Elijah Craig Straight Rye is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 2047) - Peated Port Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (63.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£69.95 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 £69.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy BenRiach?
BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 2047) - Peated Port Cask suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 2047) - Peated Port Cask
Only Elijah Craig Straight Rye