Chateau Thibeaud-Maillet 2020 / Pomerol vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chateau Thibeaud-Maillet 2020 / Pomerol
Thibeaud-Maillet
£59
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Chateau Thibeaud-Maillet 2020 / Pomerol | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thibeaud-Maillet | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 51% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £58.75 | £72.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chateau Thibeaud-Maillet 2020 / Pomerol
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Chateau Thibeaud-Maillet 2020 / Pomerol
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).
Chateau Thibeaud-Maillet 2020 / Pomerol is better value at £59 vs £73.
For beginners: Chateau Thibeaud-Maillet 2020 / Pomerol is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Chateau Thibeaud-Maillet 2020 / Pomerol
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£58.75 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 £58.75)
Who should buy Chateau?
Chateau Thibeaud-Maillet 2020 / Pomerol 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
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