Cotswolds 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 1355) - Nickolls & Perks vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)

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

Cotswolds 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 1355) - Nickolls & PerksCraigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
DistilleryCotswoldsCraigellachie
RegionSpeyside
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV59.2%51%
Age7 yr12 yr
Price£119.95£72.95
Rating5.00/5

Cotswolds 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 1355) - Nickolls & Perks

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

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

Cotswolds 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 1355) - Nickolls & Perks

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 0.00).

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £120.

For beginners: Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Cotswolds 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 1355) - Nickolls & Perks

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£119.95 vs £72.95)
  • 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 affordable (£72.95 vs £119.95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 7 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

Who should buy Cotswolds?

Cotswolds 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 1355) - Nickolls & Perks 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.

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

SherriedDried FruitToasted

Only Cotswolds 7 Year Old 2017 (cask 1355) - Nickolls & Perks

Chocolate

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

Cooked FruitNutty

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