Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Bowmore
£73
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Bowmore |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 48.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £72.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £73 vs £73.
For beginners: Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (65/100 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 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 20726) Tequila Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)