Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 4.00
£54
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Craigellachie |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £53.73 | £72.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
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 4.00).
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £54 vs £73.
For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£53.73 vs £72.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £53.73)
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)