Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish
GlenAllachie
★ 5.00
£50
| Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | GlenAllachie |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.1% | 48% |
| Age | 10 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £72.82 | £49.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish
Quick verdict
GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish is better value at £50 vs £73.
For beginners: GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.82 vs £49.9)
GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.9 vs £72.82)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 GlenAllachie?
GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish 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.
Tasting notes
Only Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Only GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish