Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Strathmill 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 807834) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Strathmill 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 807834) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
DistilleryCraigellachieStrathmill
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%56.8%
Age12 yr11 yr
Price£72.95£79.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Strathmill 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 807834) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Strathmill 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 807834) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £80.

For beginners: Strathmill 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 807834) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£72.95 vs £79.95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

Strathmill 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 807834) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£79.95 vs £72.95)
  • 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 Strathmill?

Strathmill 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 807834) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried FruitCooked Fruit

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

ToastedNutty

Only Strathmill 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 807834) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

HoneyVanilla

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