Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Glasgow 5 Year Old 2018 Fresh Bourbon Barrel (cask 193) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
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
Glasgow 5 Year Old 2018 Fresh Bourbon Barrel (cask 193) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
The Glasgow Distillery Co.
£64
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Glasgow 5 Year Old 2018 Fresh Bourbon Barrel (cask 193) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | The Glasgow Distillery Co. |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 61.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £63.62 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Glasgow 5 Year Old 2018 Fresh Bourbon Barrel (cask 193) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Glasgow 5 Year Old 2018 Fresh Bourbon Barrel (cask 193) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glasgow 5 Year Old 2018 Fresh Bourbon Barrel (cask 193) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) 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 5 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £63.62)
Glasgow 5 Year Old 2018 Fresh Bourbon Barrel (cask 193) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£63.62 vs £72.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.1%) — 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 Glasgow?
Glasgow 5 Year Old 2018 Fresh Bourbon Barrel (cask 193) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) 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
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Glasgow 5 Year Old 2018 Fresh Bourbon Barrel (cask 193) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)