Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 305101) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 305101) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
DistilleryCraigellachieDailuaine
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%54%
Age12 yr11 yr
Price£72.95£93.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 305101) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 305101) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

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 £94.

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

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 £93.95)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 305101) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£93.95 vs £72.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Dailuaine?

Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 305101) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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

ToastedCooked Fruit

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

SherriedDried FruitNutty

Only Dailuaine 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 305101) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Fresh FruitVanillaHoney

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