Craigellachie 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Craigellachie
£225
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£299
| Craigellachie 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | GlenDronach |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 16 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £225 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Craigellachie 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Quick verdict
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £225 vs £299.
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
- +More affordable (£225 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £225)
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 The?
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish 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 The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Where to buy
Craigellachie 1989 (bottled 2005) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange