Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Lehmann Rendez-vous Peated Single Malt
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

Lehmann Rendez-vous Peated Single Malt
Distillerie J. et M. Lehmann
£75
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Lehmann Rendez-vous Peated Single Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Distillerie J. et M. Lehmann |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | France |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £82.95 | £75.15 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Lehmann Rendez-vous Peated Single Malt
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Lehmann Rendez-vous Peated Single Malt
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lehmann Rendez-vous Peated Single Malt is better value at £75 vs £83.
For beginners: Lehmann Rendez-vous Peated Single Malt 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 £75.15)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lehmann Rendez-vous Peated Single Malt
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£75.15 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 Lehmann?
Lehmann Rendez-vous Peated Single Malt 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
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