Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Tamnavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 5849) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Tamnavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 5849) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
DistilleryCraigellachieTamnavulin
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%48.2%
Age12 yr21 yr
Price£72.95£72.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Tamnavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 5849) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tamnavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 5849) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tamnavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 5849) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) is better value at £73 vs £73.

For beginners: Tamnavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 5849) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) 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 widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water

Tamnavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 5849) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)

Cons

  • 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 Tamnavulin?

Tamnavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 5849) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

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

SherriedDried FruitToastedCooked FruitNutty

Only Tamnavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 5849) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)

Malt ExtractFresh FruitHoneyYeasty

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