Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Drinks by the Dram 12 Scotch Whiskies of Christmas (2017 Edition)
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
Drinks by the Dram 12 Scotch Whiskies of Christmas (2017 Edition)
Drinks by the Dram
★ 5.00
£80
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Drinks by the Dram 12 Scotch Whiskies of Christmas (2017 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Drinks by the Dram |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 51% | 47.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72.95 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Drinks by the Dram 12 Scotch Whiskies of Christmas (2017 Edition)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Drinks by the Dram 12 Scotch Whiskies of Christmas (2017 Edition)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £80.
For beginners: Drinks by the Dram 12 Scotch Whiskies of Christmas (2017 Edition) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£72.95 vs £79.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Drinks by the Dram 12 Scotch Whiskies of Christmas (2017 Edition)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £72.95)
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 Drinks?
Drinks by the Dram 12 Scotch Whiskies of Christmas (2017 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
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