Bushmills Millennium Malt vs Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (69.4%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Bushmills Millennium Malt | Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (69.4%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Elijah Craig |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43% | 69.4% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £11.78 | £8.54 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bushmills Millennium Malt
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (69.4%)
Bushmills Millennium Malt
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (69.4%)
Quick verdict
Bushmills Millennium Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (69.4%) is better value at £9 vs £12.
For beginners: Bushmills Millennium Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Bushmills Millennium Malt
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£11.78 vs £8.54)
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (69.4%)
Pros
- +More affordable (£8.54 vs £11.78)
Cons
- −High ABV (69.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills Millennium Malt is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Elijah?
Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (69.4%) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Bushmills Millennium Malt
Only Elijah Craig Barrel Proof (69.4%)