Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Edradour 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 138) Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter
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
Edradour 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 138) Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter
Edradour
★ 5.00
£84
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Edradour 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 138) Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Edradour |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 62.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £83.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Edradour 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 138) Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Edradour 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 138) Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £84.
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
- +More affordable (£72.95 vs £83.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Edradour 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 138) Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (62.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£83.95 vs £72.95)
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 Edradour?
Edradour 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 138) Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter 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
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Edradour 13 Year Old 2005 (cask 138) Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter