Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (Heroes & Heretics)
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
Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (Heroes & Heretics)
Glentauchers
★ 4.00
£60
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (Heroes & Heretics) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Glentauchers |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 54% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (Heroes & Heretics)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (Heroes & Heretics)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £60 vs £73.
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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £59.95)
Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +More affordable (£59.95 vs £72.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Glentauchers?
Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (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
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Glentauchers 6 Year Old 2014 (cask 9900053) - The Falls of Caledonia (Heroes & Heretics)