Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Glenglassaugh 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 173/2014) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Glenglassaugh 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 173/2014) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
DistilleryCraigellachieGlenglassaugh
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%54.3%
Age12 yr11 yr
Price£72.95£75.5
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Glenglassaugh 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 173/2014) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenglassaugh 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 173/2014) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)

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 £76.

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 £75.5)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

Glenglassaugh 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 173/2014) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£75.5 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 Glenglassaugh?

Glenglassaugh 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 173/2014) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) 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

SherriedToastedCooked FruitNutty

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

Dried Fruit

Only Glenglassaugh 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 173/2014) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)

Cooked Mash

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