Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak
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
Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak
Bowmore
£60
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Bowmore |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak is better value at £60 vs £83.
For beginners: Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £59.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£59.95 vs £82.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak