Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish
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
Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish
Tipperary
★ 4.75
£70
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Tipperary |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 59.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72.95 | £69.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.75/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish is better value at £70 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)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.95 vs £69.95)
Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish
Pros
- +More affordable (£69.95 vs £72.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Tipperary?
Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish 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
Both taste of
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish