A Salt on the Senses 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Croftengea) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

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

A Salt on the Senses 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Croftengea)Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
DistilleryLoch LomondCraigellachie
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%51%
Age15 yr12 yr
Price£86.95£72.95
Rating5.00/5

A Salt on the Senses 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Croftengea)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

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

A Salt on the Senses 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Croftengea)

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 £87.

For beginners: A Salt on the Senses 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Croftengea) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

A Salt on the Senses 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Croftengea)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£86.95 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 £86.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy A?

A Salt on the Senses 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Croftengea) 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

Only A Salt on the Senses 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Croftengea)

SmokeyOld WoodMedicinalMalt Extract

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

SherriedDried FruitToastedCooked FruitNutty

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