Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Lochlea 6 Year Old
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
Lochlea 6 Year Old
Lochlea
★ 5.00
£90
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Lochlea 6 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Lochlea |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £90 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Lochlea 6 Year Old
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Lochlea 6 Year Old
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £90.
For beginners: Lochlea 6 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£72.95 vs £90)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Lochlea 6 Year Old
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£90 vs £72.95)
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 Lochlea?
Lochlea 6 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Lochlea 6 Year Old