Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Reservoir Hunter & Scott Bourbon
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
Reservoir Hunter & Scott Bourbon
Reservoir Distillery
★ 2.21
£60
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Reservoir Hunter & Scott Bourbon | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Reservoir Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 51% | 45% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72.95 | £59.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 2.21/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Reservoir Hunter & Scott Bourbon
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Reservoir Hunter & Scott Bourbon
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.21).
Reservoir Hunter & Scott Bourbon is better value at £60 vs £73.
For beginners: Reservoir Hunter & Scott Bourbon 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)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £59.99)
Reservoir Hunter & Scott Bourbon
Pros
- +More affordable (£59.99 vs £72.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (2.2 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 Reservoir?
Reservoir Hunter & Scott Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Reservoir Hunter & Scott Bourbon