Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Heaven Hill 8 Year Old 2009 (cask 152708) - Copper Monument
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
Heaven Hill 8 Year Old 2009 (cask 152708) - Copper Monument
Heaven Hill
★ 3.00
£80
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Heaven Hill 8 Year Old 2009 (cask 152708) - Copper Monument | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Heaven Hill |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 51% | 63% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Heaven Hill 8 Year Old 2009 (cask 152708) - Copper Monument
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Heaven Hill 8 Year Old 2009 (cask 152708) - Copper Monument
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £80.
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 £79.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Heaven Hill 8 Year Old 2009 (cask 152708) - Copper Monument
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (63%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £72.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 Heaven?
Heaven Hill 8 Year Old 2009 (cask 152708) - Copper Monument 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 Heaven Hill 8 Year Old 2009 (cask 152708) - Copper Monument