Craigellachie 17 Year Old vs Knockdhu 20 Year Old 2006 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Craigellachie
★ 4.70
£115
Knockdhu 20 Year Old 2006 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Knockdhu
£145
| Craigellachie 17 Year Old | Knockdhu 20 Year Old 2006 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Knockdhu |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 53.6% |
| Age | 17 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £114.95 | £144.95 |
| Rating | 4.70/5 | — |
Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Knockdhu 20 Year Old 2006 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Knockdhu 20 Year Old 2006 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 17 Year Old is rated higher (4.70 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 17 Year Old is better value at £115 vs £145.
For beginners: Craigellachie 17 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
- +More affordable (£114.95 vs £144.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Knockdhu 20 Year Old 2006 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£144.95 vs £114.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 17 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Knockdhu?
Knockdhu 20 Year Old 2006 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) 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 17 Year Old
Only Knockdhu 20 Year Old 2006 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)