Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18989) (Bladnoch) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18989) (Bladnoch)
Cambus
£56
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18989) (Bladnoch) | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cambus | Craigellachie |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.7% | 51% |
| Age | 24 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £56.45 | £72.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18989) (Bladnoch)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18989) (Bladnoch)
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).
Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18989) (Bladnoch) is better value at £56 vs £73.
For beginners: Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18989) (Bladnoch) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18989) (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£56.45 vs £72.95)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £56.45)
Who should buy Cambus?
Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18989) (Bladnoch) 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 Cambus 24 Year Old 1986 (cask 18989) (Bladnoch)
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)