Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Vega 22 Year Old 1996 - North Star Spirits

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Vega 22 Year Old 1996 - North Star Spirits
DistilleryCraigellachieNorth Star Spirits
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV51%43.9%
Age12 yr22 yr
Price£72.95£84.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Vega 22 Year Old 1996 - North Star Spirits

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Vega 22 Year Old 1996 - North Star Spirits

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 £85.

For beginners: Vega 22 Year Old 1996 - North Star Spirits 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)
  • +More affordable (£72.95 vs £84.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

Vega 22 Year Old 1996 - North Star Spirits

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.95 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 Vega?

Vega 22 Year Old 1996 - North Star Spirits suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried FruitCooked Fruit

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

ToastedNutty

Only Vega 22 Year Old 1996 - North Star Spirits

Old Wood

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