Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky

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

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky
DistilleryLinkwoodMilk & Honey
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV54.9%40%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£82.95£74.95
Rating5.00/5

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value60/100

Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky

Smoke68/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky is better value at £75 vs £83.

For beginners: Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky 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 £74.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£74.95 vs £82.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

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 Milk?

Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh Fruit

Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedVanilla

Only Milk & Honey 2017 Ex-Islay Cask / 3 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Israeli Whisky

SmokeyMedicinalNew Wood

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