Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits)
North Star Spirits
£60
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits) | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.2% | 51% |
| Age | 26 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £59.95 | £72.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits)
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).
Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits) is better value at £60 vs £73.
For beginners: Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits)
Pros
- +More affordable (£59.95 vs £72.95)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 £59.95)
Who should buy Blended?
Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
Only Blended 26 Year Old 1999 (North Star Spirits)
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)