Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs New Riff 8 Year Old Rye
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
New Riff 8 Year Old Rye
New Riff
£95
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | New Riff 8 Year Old Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | New Riff |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 51% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £94.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
New Riff 8 Year Old Rye
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
New Riff 8 Year Old Rye
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 £95.
For beginners: New Riff 8 Year Old Rye 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 affordable (£72.95 vs £94.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
New Riff 8 Year Old Rye
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£94.95 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 New?
New Riff 8 Year Old Rye suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
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