Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2%
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
MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2%
MB Roland
★ 3.00
£72
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2% | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | MB Roland |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 51% | 58.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72.95 | £72.37 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2%
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2%
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2% is better value at £72 vs £73.
For beginners: MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2% is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £72.37)
MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2%
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£72.37 vs £72.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −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 MB?
MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2% 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 MB Roland Single Barrel Bourbon 58.2%