Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 vs Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Copper Rivet Distillery
★ 5.00
£47
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 | Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Copper Rivet Distillery | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.2% | 61.1% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £47.3 | £72.82 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Quick verdict
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 is better value at £47 vs £73.
For beginners: Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.3 vs £72.82)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.82 vs £47.3)
Who should buy Masthouse?
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Only Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Where to buy
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange