Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Ardmore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 100004503A) - (Saltire Rare Malt)

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Ardmore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 100004503A) - (Saltire Rare Malt)
DistilleryCraigellachieArdmore
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%48.8%
Age12 yr14 yr
Price£72.95£93.18
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Ardmore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 100004503A) - (Saltire Rare Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ardmore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 100004503A) - (Saltire Rare Malt)

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 £93.

For beginners: Ardmore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 100004503A) - (Saltire Rare Malt) 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 £93.18)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

Ardmore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 100004503A) - (Saltire Rare Malt)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (14 vs 12 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£93.18 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 Ardmore?

Ardmore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 100004503A) - (Saltire Rare Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried FruitToasted

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

Cooked FruitNutty

Only Ardmore 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 100004503A) - (Saltire Rare Malt)

VanillaLeathery

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