Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Princess Torte 2007 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (North British)
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
Princess Torte 2007 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (North British)
North British
£60
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Princess Torte 2007 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (North British) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | North British |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 51% | 64.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72.95 | £59.92 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Princess Torte 2007 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (North British)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Princess Torte 2007 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (North British)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Princess Torte 2007 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (North British) is better value at £60 vs £73.
For beginners: Princess Torte 2007 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (North British) 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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £59.92)
Princess Torte 2007 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (North British)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£59.92 vs £72.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (64.8%) — 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 Princess?
Princess Torte 2007 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (North British) 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
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Princess Torte 2007 (bottled 2017) - Wemyss Malts (North British)