Amrut 2009 (cask 2699 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Pedro Ximenez Sherry Butt Finish) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

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

Amrut 2009 (cask 2699 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Pedro Ximenez Sherry Butt Finish)Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
DistilleryAmrutCraigellachie
RegionSpeyside
CountryIndiaScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV62.8%51%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£77.8£72.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Amrut 2009 (cask 2699 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Pedro Ximenez Sherry Butt Finish)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner40/100
Value64/100

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

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

Amrut 2009 (cask 2699 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Pedro Ximenez Sherry Butt Finish)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £78.

For beginners: Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Amrut 2009 (cask 2699 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Pedro Ximenez Sherry Butt Finish)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (62.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£77.8 vs £72.95)

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

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£72.95 vs £77.8)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

Who should buy Amrut?

Amrut 2009 (cask 2699 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Pedro Ximenez Sherry Butt Finish) 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 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried FruitToasted

Only Amrut 2009 (cask 2699 - bottled 2013) - Single Cask (Pedro Ximenez Sherry Butt Finish)

VegetativeMalt Extract

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

Cooked FruitNutty

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