Cotswolds 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Cotswolds 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
DistilleryCotswoldsCraigellachie
RegionSpeyside
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50.4%51%
Age3 yr12 yr
Price£58.95£72.95
Rating3.67/55.00/5

Cotswolds 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner65/100
Value62/100

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness44/100
Beginner50/100
Value69/100

Cotswolds 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.67).

Cotswolds 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £59 vs £73.

For beginners: Cotswolds 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Cotswolds 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£58.95 vs £72.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (3.7 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)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 3 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£72.95 vs £58.95)

Who should buy Cotswolds?

Cotswolds 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Cotswolds 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Fresh FruitHoneyYeastyVanilla

Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

SherriedDried FruitToastedCooked FruitNutty

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