Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Auchroisk
★ 5.00
£66
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchroisk | Craigellachie |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 51% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £65.68 | £72.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Quick verdict
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) is better value at £66 vs £73.
For beginners: Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£65.68 vs £72.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £65.68)
Who should buy Auchroisk?
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)