Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask
The Glasgow Distillery Co.
£69
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Glasgow Distillery Co. | Craigellachie |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.5% | 51% |
| Age | 6 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £68.95 | £72.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask
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).
Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask is better value at £69 vs £73.
For beginners: Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£68.95 vs £72.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (61.5%) — may need water
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £68.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Glasgow?
Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask 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 Glasgow Distillery 6 Year Old 2018 (Peated) (Cask 18/470) - The Single Cask
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)