Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
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
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Tobermory
£72
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 53.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £72 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) is better value at £72 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £72)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£72 vs £72.95)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Ledaig?
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) 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 Ledaig 19 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)