Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses
Connemara
★ 5.00
£59
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Connemara | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 51% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £58.94 | £72.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Quick verdict
Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses is better value at £59 vs £73.
For beginners: Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£58.94 vs £72.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 £58.94)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Connemara?
Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses 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
Only Connemara Distillers Edition with 2x Glasses
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)