Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Gulliver’s 47 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Casks
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
Gulliver’s 47 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Casks
Samuel Gulliver & Co
£71
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Gulliver’s 47 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Casks | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Samuel Gulliver & Co |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 47% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £82.95 | £71.35 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Gulliver’s 47 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Casks
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Gulliver’s 47 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Casks
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Gulliver’s 47 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Casks is better value at £71 vs £83.
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £71.35)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Gulliver’s 47 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Casks
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£71.35 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 Gulliver’s?
Gulliver’s 47 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Casks 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
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only Gulliver’s 47 Pedro Ximénez Sherry Casks