The Cigar Malt 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 645) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Cigar Malt 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 645) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits)
Fruitful Spirits
£100
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| The Cigar Malt 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 645) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits) | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fruitful Spirits | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.4% | 51% |
| Age | 14 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £99.99 | £72.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Cigar Malt 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 645) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
The Cigar Malt 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 645) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits)
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).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £100.
For beginners: The Cigar Malt 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 645) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
The Cigar Malt 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 645) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99.99 vs £72.95)
- −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 affordable (£72.95 vs £99.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Who should buy The?
The Cigar Malt 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 645) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits) 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.
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 The Cigar Malt 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 645) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits)
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)