The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

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

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
DistilleryThe EpicureanCraigellachie
RegionLowlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV56.8%51%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£79.95£72.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner40/100
Value63/100

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

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

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

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 better value at £73 vs £80.

For beginners: Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£79.95 vs £72.95)

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

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£72.95 vs £79.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

Who should buy The?

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 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

NuttyToasted

Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

Malt ExtractHoneyVanilla

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

SherriedDried FruitCooked Fruit

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