Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition)
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
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition)
Bruichladdich
★ 4.75
£125
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.75/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is better value at £83 vs £125.
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 affordable (£82.95 vs £125)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £82.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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