Braeval 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 12292) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braeval 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 12292) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
£82
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Braeval 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 12292) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) | 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 | 54.8% | 51% |
| Age | 18 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £81.87 | £72.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Braeval 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 12292) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Braeval 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 12292) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
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 £82.
For beginners: Braeval 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 12292) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Braeval 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 12292) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£81.87 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 £81.87)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Who should buy Braeval?
Braeval 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 12292) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) 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
Both taste of
Only Braeval 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 12292) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)