Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
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
Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£89
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Invergordon |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 51% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72.95 | £89.22 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £89.
For beginners: Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£72.95 vs £89.22)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.22 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 Rosy?
Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)