Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Keeble Cask Company
£99
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Keeble Cask Company | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.7% | 51% |
| Age | 14 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £98.5 | £72.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
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 £99.
For beginners: Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£98.5 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 £98.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)