Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Smokehead 15 Year Old Islay Single Malt
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
Smokehead 15 Year Old Islay Single Malt
Smokehead
£67
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Smokehead 15 Year Old Islay Single Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Smokehead |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £66.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Smokehead 15 Year Old Islay Single Malt
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Smokehead 15 Year Old Islay Single Malt
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Smokehead 15 Year Old Islay Single Malt is better value at £67 vs £73.
For beginners: Smokehead 15 Year Old Islay Single Malt is more approachable (60/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £66.99)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Smokehead 15 Year Old Islay Single Malt
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£66.99 vs £72.95)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Smokehead?
Smokehead 15 Year Old Islay Single Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Smokehead 15 Year Old Islay Single Malt