Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
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
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Invergordon
★ 3.00
£56
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Invergordon |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 51% | 49.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £55.65 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) is better value at £56 vs £73.
For beginners: Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) 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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £55.65)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£55.65 vs £72.95)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)