Elijah Craig Straight Rye vs Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Elijah Craig
★ 5.00
£47
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 | Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Elijah Craig | The Vintage Malt Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 50.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £46.75 | £70.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
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.)
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).
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
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)
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.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Only Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)