Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Irish Single Malt #1 13 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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
Irish Single Malt #1 13 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 3.50
£60
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Irish Single Malt #1 13 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 48.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.50/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Irish Single Malt #1 13 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Irish Single Malt #1 13 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).
Irish Single Malt #1 13 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £60 vs £73.
For beginners: Irish Single Malt #1 13 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £59.95)
Irish Single Malt #1 13 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£59.95 vs £72.95)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.5 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 Irish?
Irish Single Malt #1 13 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Irish Single Malt #1 13 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)