Penderyn 8 Year Old Moscatel de Setubal - Master of Malt Exclusive vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Penderyn 8 Year Old Moscatel de Setubal - Master of Malt Exclusive
Penderyn
£89
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Penderyn 8 Year Old Moscatel de Setubal - Master of Malt Exclusive | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Penderyn | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Wales | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.2% | 51% |
| Age | 8 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £88.95 | £72.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Penderyn 8 Year Old Moscatel de Setubal - Master of Malt Exclusive
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Penderyn 8 Year Old Moscatel de Setubal - Master of Malt Exclusive
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 £89.
For beginners: Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Penderyn 8 Year Old Moscatel de Setubal - Master of Malt Exclusive
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£88.95 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 £88.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Who should buy Penderyn?
Penderyn 8 Year Old Moscatel de Setubal - Master of Malt Exclusive 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 Penderyn 8 Year Old Moscatel de Setubal - Master of Malt Exclusive
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)