Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
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
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
The London Distillery Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | The London Distillery Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 61.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £67.2 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
Quick verdict
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition is better value at £67 vs £73.
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
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 5 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £67.2)
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£67.2 vs £72.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.8%) — may need water
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 The?
The London Distillery Company 5 Year Old 109 Cask Edition 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
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
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