Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs North British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)North British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryCraigellachieNorth British
RegionSpeysideLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV51%45.8%
Age12 yr35 yr
Price£72.95£89.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

North British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner65/100
Value56/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

North British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £90.

For beginners: North British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£72.95 vs £89.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

North British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 12 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£89.95 vs £72.95)

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 North?

North British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Nutty

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

SherriedDried FruitToastedCooked Fruit

Only North British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodOilyMalt Extract

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