Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Tomintoul 15 Year Old Portwood Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
Tomintoul 15 Year Old Portwood Finish
Tomintoul
★ 4.80
£87
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Tomintoul 15 Year Old Portwood Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Tomintoul |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £86.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.80/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Tomintoul 15 Year Old Portwood Finish
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Tomintoul 15 Year Old Portwood Finish
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.80).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £87.
For beginners: Tomintoul 15 Year Old Portwood Finish is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
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 £86.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Tomintoul 15 Year Old Portwood Finish
Pros
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£86.9 vs £72.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 15 Year Old Portwood Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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