Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Ruadh Maor 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1906) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
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
Ruadh Maor 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1906) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Glenturret
£64
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Ruadh Maor 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1906) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Glenturret |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 58% |
| Age | 12 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £63.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Ruadh Maor 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1906) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Ruadh Maor 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1906) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ruadh Maor 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1906) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is better value at £64 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 9 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £63.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ruadh Maor 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1906) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£63.5 vs £72.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — 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 Ruadh?
Ruadh Maor 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1906) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Ruadh Maor 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 1906) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)