Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Henstone Distillery
£55
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Henstone Distillery | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 51% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £54.9 | £72.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
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).
Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl is better value at £55 vs £73.
For beginners: Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£54.9 vs £72.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 £54.9)
Who should buy Henstone?
Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl 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
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