Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs East London Liquor Co Islay Cask English Single Malt English Whisky

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)East London Liquor Co Islay Cask English Single Malt English Whisky
DistilleryCraigellachieEast London Liquor
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV51%40%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£72.95£74.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

East London Liquor Co Islay Cask English Single Malt English Whisky

Smoke68/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

East London Liquor Co Islay Cask English Single Malt English Whisky

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 £75.

For beginners: East London Liquor Co Islay Cask English Single Malt English Whisky 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 £74.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

East London Liquor Co Islay Cask English Single Malt English Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£74.95 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 East?

East London Liquor Co Islay Cask English Single Malt English Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

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

SherriedDried FruitToastedCooked FruitNutty

Only East London Liquor Co Islay Cask English Single Malt English Whisky

SmokeyMedicinalFresh FruitMalt Extract

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