Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340
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
Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340
Alabat
£84
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Alabat |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 51% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72.95 | £83.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340
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 £84.
For beginners: Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340 is more approachable (70/100 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 £83.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£83.95 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 Alabat?
Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Alabat x Marion 2001 Bas Armagnac / 21 Year Old / Cask #340