Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish
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
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish
Tomintoul
★ 3.50
£90
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Tomintoul |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £90.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.50/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £90.
For beginners: Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish is more approachable (80/100 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 £90.25)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£90.25 vs £72.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.5 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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 PX Sherry Quarter Cask Finish is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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