Dewar's White Label 1960s Replica vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Dewar's White Label 1960s ReplicaLinkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
DistilleryDewar'sLinkwood
RegionOther ScotchSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£80£49.95
Rating5.00/5

Dewar's White Label 1960s Replica

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Dewar's White Label 1960s Replica

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £80.

For beginners: Dewar's White Label 1960s Replica is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Dewar's White Label 1960s Replica

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£80 vs £49.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£49.95 vs £80)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Dewar's?

Dewar's White Label 1960s Replica is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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

Both taste of

Honey

Only Dewar's White Label 1960s Replica

VanillaMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SherriedChocolateDried FruitToasted

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