Flaming Pig Black Cask vs Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2002 (cask 900077) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Flaming Pig
★ 5.00
£40
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2002 (cask 900077) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Craigellachie
£62
| Flaming Pig Black Cask | Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2002 (cask 900077) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Flaming Pig | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 58.9% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £40.24 | £61.92 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2002 (cask 900077) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2002 (cask 900077) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Flaming Pig Black Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Flaming Pig Black Cask is better value at £40 vs £62.
For beginners: Flaming Pig Black Cask is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2002 (cask 900077) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£61.92 vs £40.24)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Flaming?
Flaming Pig Black Cask is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2002 (cask 900077) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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
Only Flaming Pig Black Cask
Only Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2002 (cask 900077) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Craigellachie 11 Year Old 2002 (cask 900077) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange