Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish (Batch 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
Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish (Batch 2)
Filey Bay
★ 4.50
£73
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish (Batch 2) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Filey Bay |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72.95 | £73 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish (Batch 2)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish (Batch 2)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £73.
For beginners: Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish (Batch 2) is more approachable (65/100 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 £73)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish (Batch 2)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£73 vs £72.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 Filey?
Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish (Batch 2) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Filey Bay IPA Cask Finish (Batch 2)