Braeval 16 Year Old 2009 (Rare Find) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braeval 16 Year Old 2009 (Rare Find)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
★ 5.00
£121
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Braeval 16 Year Old 2009 (Rare Find) | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Craigellachie |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62% | 51% |
| Age | 16 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £120.5 | £72.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Braeval 16 Year Old 2009 (Rare Find)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Braeval 16 Year Old 2009 (Rare Find)
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 £121.
For beginners: Braeval 16 Year Old 2009 (Rare Find) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Braeval 16 Year Old 2009 (Rare Find)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (62%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£120.5 vs £72.95)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£72.95 vs £120.5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Who should buy Braeval?
Braeval 16 Year Old 2009 (Rare Find) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Braeval 16 Year Old 2009 (Rare Find)
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)