Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits vs Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits
Caol Ila
★ 4.00
£40
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Elijah Craig
★ 5.00
£47
| Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits | Elijah Craig Straight Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Elijah Craig |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 60.9% | 47% |
| Age | 7 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.95 | £46.75 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Quick verdict
Elijah Craig Straight Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits is better value at £40 vs £47.
For beginners: Elijah Craig Straight Rye is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £46.75)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.75 vs £39.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits 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 Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits
Only Elijah Craig Straight Rye