Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Compass Box Secrets Of Smoke Blended Malt 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
Compass Box Secrets Of Smoke Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Compass Box
£130
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Compass Box Secrets Of Smoke Blended Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Compass Box |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 52% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £82.95 | £130 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Compass Box Secrets Of Smoke Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Compass Box Secrets Of Smoke Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
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 £130.
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 £130)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Compass Box Secrets Of Smoke Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£130 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 Compass?
Compass Box Secrets Of Smoke Blended Malt Scotch 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.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only Compass Box Secrets Of Smoke Blended Malt Scotch Whisky