Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Woven Whisky Experience N.17 Blended Scotch Whisky
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
Woven Whisky Experience N.17 Blended Scotch Whisky
Woven
£70
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Woven Whisky Experience N.17 Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Woven |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 54.9% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £82.95 | £70.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Woven Whisky Experience N.17 Blended Scotch Whisky
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Woven Whisky Experience N.17 Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Woven Whisky Experience N.17 Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £70 vs £83.
For beginners: Woven Whisky Experience N.17 Blended Scotch 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 £70.25)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Woven Whisky Experience N.17 Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£70.25 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 Woven?
Woven Whisky Experience N.17 Blended Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only Woven Whisky Experience N.17 Blended Scotch Whisky