Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Inchgower 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 9334) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,)
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
Inchgower 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 9334) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,)
Inchgower
£120
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Inchgower 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 9334) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Inchgower |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 49.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £119.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Inchgower 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 9334) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Inchgower 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 9334) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,)
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 £120.
For beginners: Inchgower 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 9334) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,) is more approachable (70/100 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 £119.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Inchgower 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 9334) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£119.95 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 Inchgower?
Inchgower 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 9334) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,) 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
Both taste of
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Inchgower 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 9334) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co,)