Highland Park 23 Year Old 1987 (Signatory) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1987 (Signatory)
Highland Park
£54
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Highland Park 23 Year Old 1987 (Signatory) | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Craigellachie |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 51% |
| Age | 23 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £54.3 | £72.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1987 (Signatory)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1987 (Signatory)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1987 (Signatory) is better value at £54 vs £73.
For beginners: Highland Park 23 Year Old 1987 (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1987 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£54.3 vs £72.95)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £54.3)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1987 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) 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 Highland Park 23 Year Old 1987 (Signatory)
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)