Elijah Craig Straight Rye vs Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Elijah Craig
★ 5.00
£47
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)
Mortlach
£48
| Elijah Craig Straight Rye | Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Elijah Craig | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 57.1% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £46.75 | £47.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Elijah Craig Straight Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Elijah Craig Straight Rye is better value at £47 vs £48.
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 £47.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.95 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory) 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 Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Only Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)
Where to buy
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2014 - 100 Proof Edition #73 (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange