Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 665) (Adelphi)
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
Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 665) (Adelphi)
Glenglassaugh
£101
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 665) (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Glenglassaugh |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 57.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £101.38 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 665) (Adelphi)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 665) (Adelphi)
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 £101.
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 £101.38)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 665) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£101.38 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 Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 665) (Adelphi) 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
Both taste of
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 665) (Adelphi)