Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£89
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | 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 | 52.4% | 51% |
| Age | 20 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £89.38 | £72.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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 better value at £73 vs £89.
For beginners: Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.38 vs £72.95)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£72.95 vs £89.38)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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
Both taste of
Only Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8689) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)