Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs The Irishman 12 Year Old (2016 Release)
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
The Irishman 12 Year Old (2016 Release)
Walsh
★ 5.00
£56
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | The Irishman 12 Year Old (2016 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Walsh |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £55.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
The Irishman 12 Year Old (2016 Release)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
The Irishman 12 Year Old (2016 Release)
Quick verdict
The Irishman 12 Year Old (2016 Release) is better value at £56 vs £73.
For beginners: The Irishman 12 Year Old (2016 Release) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £55.95)
The Irishman 12 Year Old (2016 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£55.95 vs £72.95)
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 The?
The Irishman 12 Year Old (2016 Release) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only The Irishman 12 Year Old (2016 Release)