Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Millstone 6 Year Old (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)Millstone 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryCraigellachieMillstone Whisky
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandThe Netherlands
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%48.9%
Age12 yr6 yr
Price£72.95£54.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Millstone 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner60/100
Value91/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Millstone 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Millstone 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £55 vs £73.

For beginners: Millstone 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£72.95 vs £54.95)

Millstone 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£54.95 vs £72.95)

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 Millstone?

Millstone 6 Year Old (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

Both taste of

Toasted

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

SherriedDried FruitCooked FruitNutty

Only Millstone 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Malt ExtractFresh FruitVanilla

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