Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Strathclyde 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11335) - 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
Strathclyde 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11335) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Strathclyde
★ 4.00
£75
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Strathclyde 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11335) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Strathclyde |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 51% | 51.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £75.49 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Strathclyde 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11335) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Strathclyde 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11335) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £75.
For beginners: Strathclyde 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11335) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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)
- +More affordable (£72.95 vs £75.49)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Strathclyde 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11335) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£75.49 vs £72.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Strathclyde?
Strathclyde 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11335) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Strathclyde 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 11335) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)