Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Strathisla 19 Year Old 1995 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
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
Strathisla 19 Year Old 1995 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£59
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Strathisla 19 Year Old 1995 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Strathisla |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 58.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £58.66 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Strathisla 19 Year Old 1995 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Strathisla 19 Year Old 1995 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
Quick verdict
Strathisla 19 Year Old 1995 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) is better value at £59 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £58.66)
Strathisla 19 Year Old 1995 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£58.66 vs £72.95)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
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 Strathisla?
Strathisla 19 Year Old 1995 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) 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 Strathisla 19 Year Old 1995 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)