Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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
Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Benrinnes
★ 3.00
£86
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Benrinnes |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 48.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £85.54 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £86.
For beginners: Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 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 £85.54)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£85.54 vs £72.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Benrinnes 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 12228) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)