Arran (Lochranza) 9 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Arran (Lochranza) 9 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls
Arran
£64
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Arran (Lochranza) 9 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Arran | Craigellachie |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55% | 51% |
| Age | 9 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £63.5 | £72.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Arran (Lochranza) 9 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Arran (Lochranza) 9 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls
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).
Arran (Lochranza) 9 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls is better value at £64 vs £73.
For beginners: Arran (Lochranza) 9 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Arran (Lochranza) 9 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£63.5 vs £72.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £63.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Arran?
Arran (Lochranza) 9 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls 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 Arran (Lochranza) 9 Year Old Single Malt - Living Souls
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)