Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow Matured
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
Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow Matured
Knockando
★ 5.00
£60
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Knockando |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £60.41 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow Matured
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow Matured
Quick verdict
Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow Matured is better value at £60 vs £73.
For beginners: Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow Matured 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 £60.41)
Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow Matured
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£60.41 vs £72.95)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
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 Knockando?
Knockando 18 Year Old 1996 Slow Matured suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
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