Elijah Craig Straight Rye vs Rìgh Seumas I 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Elijah Craig
★ 5.00
£47

Rìgh Seumas I 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
£67
| Elijah Craig Straight Rye | Rìgh Seumas I 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Elijah Craig | Murray McDavid |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 7 yr |
| Price | £46.75 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Rìgh Seumas I 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Rìgh Seumas I 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Elijah Craig Straight Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Elijah Craig Straight Rye is better value at £47 vs £67.
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 £66.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Rìgh Seumas I 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 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 Rìgh?
Rìgh Seumas I 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Only Rìgh Seumas I 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)