Craigellachie 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Craigellachie
£225
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Brackla
★ 5.00
£220
| Craigellachie 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | Royal Brackla 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Brackla |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 16 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £225 | £219.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Craigellachie 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is better value at £220 vs £225.
For beginners: Craigellachie 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£225 vs £219.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£219.99 vs £225)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Royal?
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old 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 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Where to buy
Craigellachie 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange