Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Mars Maltage Cosmo
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
Mars Maltage Cosmo
Mars
★ 3.21
£57
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Mars Maltage Cosmo | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Mars |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72.95 | £56.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.21/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Mars Maltage Cosmo
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Mars Maltage Cosmo
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.21).
Mars Maltage Cosmo is better value at £57 vs £73.
For beginners: Mars Maltage Cosmo is more approachable (75/100 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 £56.5)
Mars Maltage Cosmo
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£56.5 vs £72.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.2 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 Mars?
Mars Maltage Cosmo suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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