Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

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

Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
DistilleryArdmoreCraigellachie
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.5%51%
Age13 yr12 yr
Price£74.9£72.95
Rating5.00/5

Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

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

Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

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 0.00).

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £75.

For beginners: Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£74.9 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 £74.9)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

Who should buy Ardmore?

Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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

SherriedNuttyToastedDried Fruit

Only Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Chocolate

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

Cooked Fruit

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