Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5
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
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5
The Lakes Distillery
£134
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 54.9% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £82.95 | £133.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5
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 £134.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5 is more approachable (70/100 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 £133.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£133.99 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 The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Reserve No.5