Craigellachie 'Intensity' 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 14023) - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing) vs Mac-Talla Strata
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 'Intensity' 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 14023) - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing)
Craigellachie
£78
Mac-Talla Strata
Mac-Talla
★ 5.00
£81
| Craigellachie 'Intensity' 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 14023) - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing) | Mac-Talla Strata | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Mac-Talla |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52% | 46% |
| Age | 14 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £77.95 | £80.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 'Intensity' 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 14023) - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing)
Mac-Talla Strata
Craigellachie 'Intensity' 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 14023) - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing)
Mac-Talla Strata
Quick verdict
Mac-Talla Strata is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 'Intensity' 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 14023) - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing) is better value at £78 vs £81.
For beginners: Mac-Talla Strata is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 'Intensity' 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 14023) - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£77.95 vs £80.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mac-Talla Strata
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£80.95 vs £77.95)
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 'Intensity' 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 14023) - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing) 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 Mac-Talla?
Mac-Talla Strata 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
Only Craigellachie 'Intensity' 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 14023) - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing)
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Where to buy
Craigellachie 'Intensity' 14 Year Old 2006 (cask 14023) - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mac-Talla Strata
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange