Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter 59.6%

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter 59.6%
DistilleryCraigellachieEdradour
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%59.6%
Age12 yr10 yr
Price£72.95£79.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter 59.6%

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter 59.6%

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 £80.

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 £79.95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter 59.6%

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (59.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£79.95 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 Edradour?

Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter 59.6% 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

Toasted

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

SherriedDried FruitCooked FruitNutty

Only Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 Bourbon Cask Matured Natural Cask Strength - Ibisco Decanter 59.6%

VanillaMalt ExtractFresh FruitHoney

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