Blended Whisky #3 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Whisky #3 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£80
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Blended Whisky #3 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 51% |
| Age | 23 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £72.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blended Whisky #3 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Blended Whisky #3 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 better value at £73 vs £80.
For beginners: Blended Whisky #3 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Blended Whisky #3 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £72.95)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£72.95 vs £79.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Whisky #3 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Whisky #3 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)