Ben Nevis 2013 / 9 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Small Batch Highland Whisky vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ben Nevis 2013 / 9 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Small Batch Highland WhiskyCraigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
DistilleryBen NevisCraigellachie
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%51%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£56.5£72.95
Rating5.00/5

Ben Nevis 2013 / 9 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Small Batch Highland Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness44/100
Beginner50/100
Value69/100

Ben Nevis 2013 / 9 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Small Batch Highland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ben Nevis 2013 / 9 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Small Batch Highland Whisky is better value at £57 vs £73.

For beginners: Ben Nevis 2013 / 9 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Small Batch Highland Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Ben Nevis 2013 / 9 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Small Batch Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£56.5 vs £72.95)

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 £56.5)

Who should buy Ben?

Ben Nevis 2013 / 9 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Small Batch Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Only Ben Nevis 2013 / 9 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Small Batch Highland Whisky

Fresh FruitSandyMalt Extract

Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

SherriedDried FruitToastedCooked FruitNutty

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