Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Strathdearn (Port) 7 Year Old 2014 (Cask 9900002) - The Single Cask

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Strathdearn (Port) 7 Year Old 2014 (Cask 9900002) - The Single Cask
DistilleryCraigellachieStrathdearn
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%65%
Age12 yr7 yr
Price£72.95£69.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Strathdearn (Port) 7 Year Old 2014 (Cask 9900002) - The Single Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Strathdearn (Port) 7 Year Old 2014 (Cask 9900002) - The Single Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Strathdearn (Port) 7 Year Old 2014 (Cask 9900002) - The Single Cask is better value at £70 vs £73.

For beginners: Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 7 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£72.95 vs £69.95)

Strathdearn (Port) 7 Year Old 2014 (Cask 9900002) - The Single Cask

Pros

  • +More affordable (£69.95 vs £72.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (65%) — may need water
  • 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 Strathdearn?

Strathdearn (Port) 7 Year Old 2014 (Cask 9900002) - The Single Cask 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

Both taste of

SherriedToastedCooked Fruit

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

Dried FruitNutty

Only Strathdearn (Port) 7 Year Old 2014 (Cask 9900002) - The Single Cask

Old Wood

Explore more