Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.6:2 Alcor

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.6:2 Alcor
DistilleryCraigellachieSpirit of Hven
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandSweden
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%45%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£72.95£96.05
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.6:2 Alcor

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.6:2 Alcor

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 £96.

For beginners: Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.6:2 Alcor is more approachable (55/100 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 £96.05)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.6:2 Alcor

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£96.05 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 Spirit?

Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.6:2 Alcor 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

Both taste of

SherriedCooked FruitNutty

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

Dried FruitToasted

Only Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.6:2 Alcor

SmokeyTobacco

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