Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Port Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask
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
Port Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask
Port Askaig
£86
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Port Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Port Askaig |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 45.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £85.55 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Port Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Port Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask
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 £86.
For beginners: Port Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask is more approachable (55/100 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 £85.55)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£85.55 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 Port?
Port Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask 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 Port Askaig 15 Year Old Sherry Cask