Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5386) - Kingsbury
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
Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5386) - Kingsbury
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£115
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5386) - Kingsbury | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 54.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £115.32 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5386) - Kingsbury
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5386) - Kingsbury
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £115.
For beginners: Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£72.95 vs £115.32)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5386) - Kingsbury
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£115.32 vs £72.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5386) - Kingsbury 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.
Tasting notes
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 5386) - Kingsbury