Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Cheltenham Bottling
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
Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Cheltenham Bottling
Glenfarclas
£82
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Cheltenham Bottling | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Glenfarclas |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £81.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Cheltenham Bottling
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Cheltenham Bottling
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 £82.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Cheltenham Bottling is more approachable (65/100 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 £81.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Cheltenham Bottling
Pros
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£81.95 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 Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Cheltenham Bottling suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Glenfarclas 15 Year Old Cheltenham Bottling