Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Peated Bordeaux Red Wine

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Peated Bordeaux Red Wine
DistilleryCraigellachieIsle of Raasay
RegionSpeysideIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%60.2%
Age12 yr5 yr
Price£72.95£95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Peated Bordeaux Red Wine

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Peated Bordeaux Red Wine

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £95.

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)
  • +More affordable (£72.95 vs £95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 5 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Peated Bordeaux Red Wine

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£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 Isle?

Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Peated Bordeaux Red Wine 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

SherriedDried FruitCooked Fruit

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

ToastedNutty

Only Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Peated Bordeaux Red Wine

Smokey

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