Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs SPEY 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 18) - Spirit of Speyside 2021
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
SPEY 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 18) - Spirit of Speyside 2021
Speyside
£90
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | SPEY 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 18) - Spirit of Speyside 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Speyside |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 60% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £89.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
SPEY 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 18) - Spirit of Speyside 2021
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
SPEY 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 18) - Spirit of Speyside 2021
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 £90.
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 £89.99)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
SPEY 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 18) - Spirit of Speyside 2021
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.99 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 SPEY?
SPEY 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 18) - Spirit of Speyside 2021 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 SPEY 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 18) - Spirit of Speyside 2021