Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series
DistilleryCraigellachieBardstown Bourbon Co
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV51%48%
Age12 yr6 yr
Price£72.95£67.45
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value74/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series is better value at £67 vs £73.

For beginners: Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£72.95 vs £67.45)

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£67.45 vs £72.95)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Bardstown?

Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

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

SherriedDried FruitCooked FruitNutty

Only Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon - Origin Series

VanillaNew Wood

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