Ardmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 944) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

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

Ardmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 944) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
DistilleryArdmoreCraigellachie
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV57.1%51%
Age10 yr12 yr
Price£74.95£72.95
Rating5.00/5

Ardmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 944) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

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

Ardmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 944) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

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 rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £75.

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

Ardmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 944) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£74.95 vs £72.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £74.95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

Who should buy Ardmore?

Ardmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 944) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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 Ardmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 944) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)

ChocolateOld Wood

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

Cooked FruitNutty

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