Bourbon Cask - Elements of Islay vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bourbon Cask - Elements of Islay
Elements of Islay
★ 4.50
£53
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Bourbon Cask - Elements of Islay | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Elements of Islay | Craigellachie |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.5% | 51% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £52.5 | £72.95 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bourbon Cask - Elements of Islay
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Bourbon Cask - Elements of Islay
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 4.50).
Bourbon Cask - Elements of Islay 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).
Bourbon Cask - Elements of Islay
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£52.5 vs £72.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £52.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bourbon?
Bourbon Cask - Elements of Islay 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 Bourbon Cask - Elements of Islay
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)