Wire Works Small Batch 2 vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Wire Works Small Batch 2
White Peak Distillery
★ 5.00
£62
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Wire Works Small Batch 2 | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | White Peak Distillery | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.7% | 51% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £61.57 | £72.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Wire Works Small Batch 2
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Wire Works Small Batch 2
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Quick verdict
Wire Works Small Batch 2 is better value at £62 vs £73.
For beginners: Wire Works Small Batch 2 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Wire Works Small Batch 2
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£61.57 vs £72.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £61.57)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Wire?
Wire Works Small Batch 2 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 Wire Works Small Batch 2
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)