Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs East London Liquor Company London Rye
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
East London Liquor Company London Rye
East London Liquor Company
£80
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | East London Liquor Company London Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | East London Liquor Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 54.9% | 47% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £82.95 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
East London Liquor Company London Rye
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
East London Liquor Company London Rye
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
East London Liquor Company London Rye is better value at £80 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 £79.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
East London Liquor Company London Rye
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£79.95 vs £82.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 East?
East London Liquor Company London Rye suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
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