Cardenal Mendoza Angelus Liqueur vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cardenal Mendoza Angelus Liqueur
Cardenal Mendoza
£54
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Cardenal Mendoza Angelus Liqueur | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cardenal Mendoza | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 51% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £54.25 | £72.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cardenal Mendoza Angelus Liqueur
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Cardenal Mendoza Angelus Liqueur
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).
Cardenal Mendoza Angelus Liqueur is better value at £54 vs £73.
For beginners: Cardenal Mendoza Angelus Liqueur is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Cardenal Mendoza Angelus Liqueur
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£54.25 vs £72.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 £54.25)
Who should buy Cardenal?
Cardenal Mendoza Angelus Liqueur 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 Cardenal Mendoza Angelus Liqueur
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)