Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

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

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
DistilleryLinkwoodTimorous Beastie
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV54.9%48%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£82.95£64.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value77/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is better value at £65 vs £83.

For beginners: Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£82.95 vs £64.9)

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£64.9 vs £82.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Timorous?

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

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

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedVanillaFresh Fruit

Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SherriedCooked FruitChocolate

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