Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Heaven Hill 16 Year Old 2009 Bourbon Barrel Matured (cask 152731) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
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
Heaven Hill 16 Year Old 2009 Bourbon Barrel Matured (cask 152731) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Heaven Hill
£96
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Heaven Hill 16 Year Old 2009 Bourbon Barrel Matured (cask 152731) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Heaven Hill |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Corn |
| ABV | 51% | 59.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £95.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Heaven Hill 16 Year Old 2009 Bourbon Barrel Matured (cask 152731) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Heaven Hill 16 Year Old 2009 Bourbon Barrel Matured (cask 152731) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £96.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£72.95 vs £95.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Heaven Hill 16 Year Old 2009 Bourbon Barrel Matured (cask 152731) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£95.5 vs £72.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Heaven?
Heaven Hill 16 Year Old 2009 Bourbon Barrel Matured (cask 152731) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) 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
Both taste of
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Heaven Hill 16 Year Old 2009 Bourbon Barrel Matured (cask 152731) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)