Linkwood 21 Year Old 1997 - Artist Collective (La Maison Du Whisky) vs Johnnie Walker Premier
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1997 - Artist Collective (La Maison Du Whisky)
Linkwood
£146
Johnnie Walker Premier
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£199
| Linkwood 21 Year Old 1997 - Artist Collective (La Maison Du Whisky) | Johnnie Walker Premier | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 58% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £145.55 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1997 - Artist Collective (La Maison Du Whisky)
Johnnie Walker Premier
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1997 - Artist Collective (La Maison Du Whisky)
Johnnie Walker Premier
Quick verdict
Johnnie Walker Premier is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1997 - Artist Collective (La Maison Du Whisky) is better value at £146 vs £199.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Premier is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1997 - Artist Collective (La Maison Du Whisky)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£145.55 vs £199)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Johnnie Walker Premier
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £145.55)
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1997 - Artist Collective (La Maison Du Whisky) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Premier suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
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