Elijah Craig Straight Rye vs Scapegrace Anthem New Zealand Single Malt Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Elijah Craig
★ 5.00
£47

Scapegrace Anthem New Zealand Single Malt Whisky
Scapegrace
£41
| Elijah Craig Straight Rye | Scapegrace Anthem New Zealand Single Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Elijah Craig | Scapegrace |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | United Kingdom |
| Type | Rye | |
| ABV | 47% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £46.75 | £40.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Scapegrace Anthem New Zealand Single Malt Whisky
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Scapegrace Anthem New Zealand Single Malt Whisky
Quick verdict
Elijah Craig Straight Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Scapegrace Anthem New Zealand Single Malt Whisky is better value at £41 vs £47.
For beginners: Scapegrace Anthem New Zealand Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.75 vs £40.75)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Scapegrace Anthem New Zealand Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£40.75 vs £46.75)
Cons
- −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 Scapegrace?
Scapegrace Anthem New Zealand Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Elijah Craig Straight Rye
Only Scapegrace Anthem New Zealand Single Malt Whisky