Aultmore 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 6350) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

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

Aultmore 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 6350) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
DistilleryAultmoreCraigellachie
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV59.4%51%
Age11 yr12 yr
Price£76.79£72.95
Rating5.00/5

Aultmore 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 6350) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

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

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

Aultmore 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 6350) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

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 £77.

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

Aultmore 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 6350) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (59.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£76.79 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 £76.79)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Aultmore?

Aultmore 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 6350) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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

SherriedCooked Fruit

Only Aultmore 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 6350) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

SmokeyLeathery

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

Dried FruitToastedNutty

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