Big Peat at Christmas 2022 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 at Christmas 2022
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£53
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Big Peat at Christmas 2022 | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Big Peat | Craigellachie |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.2% | 51% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £52.9 | £72.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Big Peat at Christmas 2022
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Big Peat at Christmas 2022
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2022 is better value at £53 vs £73.
For beginners: Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Big Peat at Christmas 2022
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£52.9 vs £72.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £52.9)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat at Christmas 2022 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
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2022
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)