Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Bruichladdich 9 Year Old - Founder's Collection (The Whisky Baron)
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
Bruichladdich 9 Year Old - Founder's Collection (The Whisky Baron)
Bruichladdich
£131
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Bruichladdich 9 Year Old - Founder's Collection (The Whisky Baron) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 63.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £131.22 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Bruichladdich 9 Year Old - Founder's Collection (The Whisky Baron)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Bruichladdich 9 Year Old - Founder's Collection (The Whisky Baron)
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 £131.
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 £131.22)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bruichladdich 9 Year Old - Founder's Collection (The Whisky Baron)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (63.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£131.22 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 Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 9 Year Old - Founder's Collection (The Whisky Baron) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only Bruichladdich 9 Year Old - Founder's Collection (The Whisky Baron)