Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One
Forest Distillery
★ 5.00
£95
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Forest Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £95.
For beginners: Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£72.95 vs £95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£95 vs £72.95)
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 Forest?
Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Forest Whisky 11 Year Old 2008 - Private Bottling Number One