Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs La Gitana Oloroso Faraon VORS / Hidalgo

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)La Gitana Oloroso Faraon VORS / Hidalgo
DistilleryCraigellachieHidalgo
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV51%40%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£72.95£80.95
Rating5.00/5

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness44/100
Beginner50/100
Value69/100

La Gitana Oloroso Faraon VORS / Hidalgo

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

La Gitana Oloroso Faraon VORS / Hidalgo

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £81.

For beginners: La Gitana Oloroso Faraon VORS / Hidalgo is more approachable (75/100 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 £80.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

La Gitana Oloroso Faraon VORS / Hidalgo

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£80.95 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 La?

La Gitana Oloroso Faraon VORS / Hidalgo suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried FruitNutty

Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

SherriedToastedCooked Fruit

Only La Gitana Oloroso Faraon VORS / Hidalgo

CitricOld Wood

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