Black Gate 3 Year Old / Batch 2 / That Boutique-y Rum Co vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Black Gate 3 Year Old / Batch 2 / That Boutique-y Rum Co
Black Gate
£72
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Black Gate 3 Year Old / Batch 2 / That Boutique-y Rum Co | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Black Gate | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 51% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £71.5 | £72.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Black Gate 3 Year Old / Batch 2 / That Boutique-y Rum Co
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Black Gate 3 Year Old / Batch 2 / That Boutique-y Rum Co
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Black Gate 3 Year Old / Batch 2 / That Boutique-y Rum Co is better value at £72 vs £73.
For beginners: Black Gate 3 Year Old / Batch 2 / That Boutique-y Rum Co is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Black Gate 3 Year Old / Batch 2 / That Boutique-y Rum Co
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£71.5 vs £72.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £71.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Black?
Black Gate 3 Year Old / Batch 2 / That Boutique-y Rum Co suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Black Gate 3 Year Old / Batch 2 / That Boutique-y Rum Co
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)