1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

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

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)Craigellachie 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Distillery1512 SpiritsCraigellachie
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeSingle Malt
ABV47%50%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£7.21£6.16
Rating3.75/5

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness90/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is rated higher (3.75 vs 0.00).

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is better value at £6 vs £7.

For beginners: 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (3.8/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£7.21 vs £6.16)

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£6.16 vs £7.21)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.8)

Who should buy 1512?

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Craigellachie?

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Only 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

TobaccoVanilla

Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

SherriedDried FruitNuttyHoneyChocolate

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