Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Cotswolds 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 1355) - Nickolls & Perks

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Cotswolds 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 1355) - Nickolls & Perks
DistilleryCraigellachieCotswolds
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%59.2%
Age12 yr7 yr
Price£72.95£119.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Cotswolds 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 1355) - Nickolls & Perks

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Cotswolds 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 1355) - Nickolls & Perks

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 £120.

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)
  • +More affordable (£72.95 vs £119.95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 7 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

Cotswolds 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 1355) - Nickolls & Perks

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£119.95 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 Cotswolds?

Cotswolds 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 1355) - Nickolls & Perks 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

SherriedDried FruitToasted

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

Cooked FruitNutty

Only Cotswolds 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 1355) - Nickolls & Perks

Chocolate

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