Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Retribution 3 Year Old Single Malt / Batch PR003 Oloroso Cask English Whisky
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
Retribution 3 Year Old Single Malt / Batch PR003 Oloroso Cask English Whisky
Retribution
£72
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Retribution 3 Year Old Single Malt / Batch PR003 Oloroso Cask English Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Retribution |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 51% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72.95 | £71.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Retribution 3 Year Old Single Malt / Batch PR003 Oloroso Cask English Whisky
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Retribution 3 Year Old Single Malt / Batch PR003 Oloroso Cask English Whisky
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Retribution 3 Year Old Single Malt / Batch PR003 Oloroso Cask English Whisky is better value at £72 vs £73.
For beginners: Retribution 3 Year Old Single Malt / Batch PR003 Oloroso Cask English Whisky is more approachable (75/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £71.95)
Retribution 3 Year Old Single Malt / Batch PR003 Oloroso Cask English Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£71.95 vs £72.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Retribution?
Retribution 3 Year Old Single Malt / Batch PR003 Oloroso Cask English Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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