Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 9, 13, 14, 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
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
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 9, 13, 14, 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Teaninich
£56
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 9, 13, 14, 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Teaninich |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £56 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 9, 13, 14, 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 9, 13, 14, 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 9, 13, 14, 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £56 vs £73.
For beginners: Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 9, 13, 14, 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 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
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £56)
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 9, 13, 14, 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£56 vs £72.95)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Teaninich?
Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 9, 13, 14, 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Teaninich 13 Year Old 2009 (casks 9, 13, 14, 15) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)