Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016
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
SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016
Speyside
£91
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Speyside |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 48.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £90.91 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016
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 £91.
For beginners: SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016 is more approachable (60/100 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 £90.91)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£90.91 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 SPEY?
SPEY 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 899) Spirit of Speyside 2016 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of