Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Paul John 2009 (bottled 2015) (cask 15068) - Malts of Scotland
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
Paul John 2009 (bottled 2015) (cask 15068) - Malts of Scotland
Paul John
£94
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Paul John 2009 (bottled 2015) (cask 15068) - Malts of Scotland | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Paul John |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | India |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 58.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £93.51 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Paul John 2009 (bottled 2015) (cask 15068) - Malts of Scotland
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Paul John 2009 (bottled 2015) (cask 15068) - Malts of Scotland
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £94.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£72.95 vs £93.51)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Paul John 2009 (bottled 2015) (cask 15068) - Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£93.51 vs £72.95)
- −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 Paul?
Paul John 2009 (bottled 2015) (cask 15068) - Malts of Scotland 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
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Paul John 2009 (bottled 2015) (cask 15068) - Malts of Scotland