Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Ardnamurchan
£120
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardnamurchan | Craigellachie |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 63.2% | 51% |
| Age | 9 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £120 | £72.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
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 £120.
For beginners: Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (63.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£120 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 £120)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Who should buy Ardnamurchan?
Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
Only Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)