Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£83
Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Keeble Cask Company
£99
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Keeble Cask Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 48.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £98.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is better value at £83 vs £99.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £98.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£98.5 vs £82.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) 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 Secret?
Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only Secret Islay 14 Year Old 2011 Refill Sherry Butt (cask 101) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)