Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs North British 15 Year Old 2008 Red Wine Barrigue (cask 428611) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask 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
North British 15 Year Old 2008 Red Wine Barrigue (cask 428611) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
North British
£70
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | North British 15 Year Old 2008 Red Wine Barrigue (cask 428611) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | North British |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 51% | 58.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £69.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
North British 15 Year Old 2008 Red Wine Barrigue (cask 428611) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
North British 15 Year Old 2008 Red Wine Barrigue (cask 428611) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North British 15 Year Old 2008 Red Wine Barrigue (cask 428611) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) is better value at £70 vs £73.
For beginners: North British 15 Year Old 2008 Red Wine Barrigue (cask 428611) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) is more approachable (55/100 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 £69.95)
North British 15 Year Old 2008 Red Wine Barrigue (cask 428611) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£69.95 vs £72.95)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −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 North?
North British 15 Year Old 2008 Red Wine Barrigue (cask 428611) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only North British 15 Year Old 2008 Red Wine Barrigue (cask 428611) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)