Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2008 - Hound (Fable Whisky)

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2008 - Hound (Fable Whisky)
DistilleryCraigellachieMannochmore
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%58.8%
Age12 yr13 yr
Price£72.95£79.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2008 - Hound (Fable Whisky)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner30/100
Value63/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2008 - Hound (Fable Whisky)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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
  • +More affordable (£72.95 vs £79.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2008 - Hound (Fable Whisky)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£79.95 vs £72.95)

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 Mannochmore?

Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2008 - Hound (Fable Whisky) 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

Dried FruitToasted

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

SherriedCooked FruitNutty

Only Mannochmore 13 Year Old 2008 - Hound (Fable Whisky)

SmokeyMedicinalOily

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