Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask
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
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£85
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Tomatin |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £72.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £85.
For beginners: Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£72.95 vs £84.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask
Pros
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £72.95)
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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
Only Tomatin 13 Year Old 2006 Fino Sherry Cask