Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release)

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release)
DistilleryCraigellachieFilliers
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandBelgium
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV51%43%
Age12 yr12 yr
Price£72.95£53.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner75/100
Value93/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release) is better value at £54 vs £73.

For beginners: Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£72.95 vs £53.95)

Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£53.95 vs £72.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Goldlys?

Goldlys 12 Year Old Amontillado Cask Finish (1st Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried FruitToastedNutty

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

Cooked Fruit

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