Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
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
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
Tomatin
★ 4.33
£57
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Tomatin |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 58.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £56.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.33/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask is better value at £57 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £56.95)
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£56.95 vs £72.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - 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
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Tomatin 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 3554) - Single Cask