Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Knockdhu 17 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
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
Knockdhu 17 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Knockdhu
★ 2.00
£87
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Knockdhu 17 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Knockdhu |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £86.65 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 2.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Knockdhu 17 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Knockdhu 17 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.00).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £87.
For beginners: Knockdhu 17 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) 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 £86.65)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Knockdhu 17 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£86.65 vs £72.95)
- −Lower community rating (2.0 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 Knockdhu?
Knockdhu 17 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) 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
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Knockdhu 17 Year Old 2006 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)