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

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

Scapegrace DimensionCraigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
DistilleryScapegraceCraigellachie
RegionSpeyside
CountryNew ZealandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%51%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£66.95£72.95
Rating1.00/55.00/5

Scapegrace Dimension

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner55/100
Value15/100

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

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

Scapegrace Dimension

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 1.00).

Scapegrace Dimension is better value at £67 vs £73.

For beginners: Scapegrace Dimension is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Scapegrace Dimension

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£66.95 vs £72.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (1.0 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)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£72.95 vs £66.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Scapegrace?

Scapegrace Dimension 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

Toasted

Only Scapegrace Dimension

New WoodSmokeyFresh FruitVanilla

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

SherriedDried FruitCooked FruitNutty

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