Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Teeling Blackpitts Big Smoke Cask Strength

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

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)Teeling Blackpitts Big Smoke Cask Strength
DistilleryCraigellachieTeeling
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51%56.5%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£72.95£59.98
Rating5.00/54.00/5

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

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

Teeling Blackpitts Big Smoke Cask Strength

Smoke59/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner25/100
Value67/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teeling Blackpitts Big Smoke Cask Strength

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Teeling Blackpitts Big Smoke Cask Strength is better value at £60 vs £73.

For beginners: Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is more approachable (50/100 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 £59.98)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Teeling Blackpitts Big Smoke Cask Strength

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£59.98 vs £72.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Teeling?

Teeling Blackpitts Big Smoke Cask Strength 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.

Tasting notes

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

SherriedDried FruitToastedCooked FruitNutty

Only Teeling Blackpitts Big Smoke Cask Strength

SmokeyOilyRubberyCoal-gas

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