Starward 4 Year Old 2016 (cask 1867) - Berry Bros. & Rudd vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

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

Starward 4 Year Old 2016 (cask 1867) - Berry Bros. & RuddCraigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
DistilleryStarwardCraigellachie
RegionSpeyside
CountryAustraliaScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.2%51%
Age4 yr12 yr
Price£97.95£72.95
Rating5.00/5

Starward 4 Year Old 2016 (cask 1867) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

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

Starward 4 Year Old 2016 (cask 1867) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

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 £98.

For beginners: Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Starward 4 Year Old 2016 (cask 1867) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£97.95 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 £97.95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 4 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

Who should buy Starward?

Starward 4 Year Old 2016 (cask 1867) - Berry Bros. & Rudd 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.

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

SherriedDried FruitCooked FruitToasted

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

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