Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
The Vintage Malt Whisky Company
£71
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Elijah Craig
★ 5.00
£47
| Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | Elijah Craig Straight Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Vintage Malt Whisky Company | Elijah Craig |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 50.5% | 47% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £70.95 | £46.75 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
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 £71.
For beginners: Elijah Craig Straight Rye is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£70.95 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 £70.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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 Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Only Elijah Craig Straight Rye