Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
DistilleryCraigellachieBunnahabhain
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%56%
Age12 yr7 yr
Price£72.95£57.59
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) is better value at £58 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)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 7 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£72.95 vs £57.59)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£57.59 vs £72.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56%) — may need water
  • 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 Staoisha?

Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New 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

Cooked Fruit

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

SherriedDried FruitToastedNutty

Only Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)

SmokeyOilyLeathery

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