Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
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
Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Henstone Distillery
£55
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Henstone Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 51% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72.95 | £54.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl is better value at £55 vs £73.
For beginners: Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl is more approachable (75/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £54.9)
Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£54.9 vs £72.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Henstone?
Henstone Distillery Ex Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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