Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Connemara Peated Cask Strength - 1990s

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Connemara Peated Cask Strength - 1990s
DistilleryCraigellachieConnemara
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%57.9%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£72.95£79.99
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Connemara Peated Cask Strength - 1990s

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Connemara Peated Cask Strength - 1990s

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 £79.99)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Connemara Peated Cask Strength - 1990s

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£79.99 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 Connemara?

Connemara Peated Cask Strength - 1990s 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

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

SherriedDried FruitToastedCooked FruitNutty

Only Connemara Peated Cask Strength - 1990s

SmokeyOilyMedicinalMalt ExtractLeathery

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