Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of Malt vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of Malt
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
£120
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of Malt | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 51% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £120 | £72.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of Malt
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of Malt
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).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £120.
For beginners: Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of Malt
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £72.95)
- −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 affordable (£72.95 vs £120)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Who should buy Braes?
Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of Malt is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of Malt
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)