Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Black Bull 21 Year Old (Duncan Taylor)
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
Black Bull 21 Year Old (Duncan Taylor)
Duncan Taylor
★ 3.67
£92
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Black Bull 21 Year Old (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 51% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £91.67 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.67/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Black Bull 21 Year Old (Duncan Taylor)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Black Bull 21 Year Old (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.67).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £92.
For beginners: Black Bull 21 Year Old (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (60/100 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 £91.67)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Black Bull 21 Year Old (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£91.67 vs £72.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.7 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 Black?
Black Bull 21 Year Old (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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