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

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Stauning Bastard
DistilleryCraigellachieStauning
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandDenmark
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV51%46.3%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£72.95£63.5
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Stauning Bastard

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner55/100
Value79/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Stauning Bastard

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Stauning Bastard is better value at £64 vs £73.

For beginners: Stauning Bastard is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£72.95 vs £63.5)

Stauning Bastard

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£63.5 vs £72.95)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

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 Stauning?

Stauning Bastard suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

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

SherriedDried FruitCooked FruitNutty

Only Stauning Bastard

New WoodTobaccoVegetative

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