Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) vs West Midlands Distillery The Matriarch - Inaugural 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
West Midlands Distillery The Matriarch - Inaugural Release
West Midlands Distillery
£79
| Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) | West Midlands Distillery The Matriarch - Inaugural Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | West Midlands Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 51.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72.95 | £78.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
West Midlands Distillery The Matriarch - Inaugural Release
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics)
West Midlands Distillery The Matriarch - Inaugural Release
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 900777) - The Disciples (Heroes & Heretics) is better value at £73 vs £79.
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 affordable (£72.95 vs £78.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
West Midlands Distillery The Matriarch - Inaugural Release
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£78.95 vs £72.95)
- −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 West?
West Midlands Distillery The Matriarch - Inaugural Release 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)
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