Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Redbreast Lustau Edition - Iberian Series

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Redbreast Lustau Edition - Iberian Series
DistilleryCraigellachieRedbreast
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Pot Still
ABV51%46%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£72.95£62.99
Rating5.00/54.56/5

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

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

Redbreast Lustau Edition - Iberian Series

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner65/100
Value72/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Redbreast Lustau Edition - Iberian Series

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.56).

Redbreast Lustau Edition - Iberian Series is better value at £63 vs £73.

For beginners: Redbreast Lustau Edition - Iberian Series is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£72.95 vs £62.99)

Redbreast Lustau Edition - Iberian Series

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£62.99 vs £72.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.6 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 Redbreast?

Redbreast Lustau Edition - Iberian Series suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedCooked FruitNutty

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

Dried FruitToasted

Only Redbreast Lustau Edition - Iberian Series

Malt ExtractLeathery

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