Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Teaninich 10 Year Old 2011 (cask TH1122S) - Hidden Spirits

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Teaninich 10 Year Old 2011 (cask TH1122S) - Hidden Spirits
DistilleryCraigellachieTeaninich
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%53.4%
Age12 yr10 yr
Price£72.95£81.68
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Teaninich 10 Year Old 2011 (cask TH1122S) - Hidden Spirits

Smoke68/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teaninich 10 Year Old 2011 (cask TH1122S) - Hidden 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 £82.

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 affordable (£72.95 vs £81.68)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)

Cons

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

Teaninich 10 Year Old 2011 (cask TH1122S) - Hidden Spirits

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£81.68 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 Teaninich?

Teaninich 10 Year Old 2011 (cask TH1122S) - Hidden Spirits 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

Both taste of

SherriedToasted

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

Dried FruitCooked FruitNutty

Only Teaninich 10 Year Old 2011 (cask TH1122S) - Hidden Spirits

Old WoodMedicinalSmokey

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