Big Peat 15th Anniversary Limited Edition vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

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

Big Peat 15th Anniversary Limited EditionCraigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
DistilleryBig PeatCraigellachie
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%51%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£59.75£72.95
Rating5.00/5

Big Peat 15th Anniversary Limited Edition

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

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

Big Peat 15th Anniversary Limited Edition

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).

Big Peat 15th Anniversary Limited Edition is better value at £60 vs £73.

For beginners: Big Peat 15th Anniversary Limited Edition is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Big Peat 15th Anniversary Limited Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£59.75 vs £72.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£72.95 vs £59.75)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Big?

Big Peat 15th Anniversary Limited Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

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

Dried Fruit

Only Big Peat 15th Anniversary Limited Edition

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

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

SherriedToastedCooked FruitNutty

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