Secret Irish Grain 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Secret Irish Grain 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£40
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
| Secret Irish Grain 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Secret Irish Grain 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Secret Irish Grain 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Secret Irish Grain 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £50.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Secret Irish Grain 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £39.95)
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Irish Grain 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) 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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Secret Irish Grain 8 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman