Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Filey Bay Sherry Cask Reserve #2
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
Filey Bay Sherry Cask Reserve #2
Filey Bay
★ 5.00
£70
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Filey Bay Sherry Cask Reserve #2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Filey Bay |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £82.95 | £69.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Filey Bay Sherry Cask Reserve #2
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Filey Bay Sherry Cask Reserve #2
Quick verdict
Filey Bay Sherry Cask Reserve #2 is better value at £70 vs £83.
For beginners: Filey Bay Sherry Cask Reserve #2 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £69.99)
Filey Bay Sherry Cask Reserve #2
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£69.99 vs £82.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Filey?
Filey Bay Sherry Cask Reserve #2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only Filey Bay Sherry Cask Reserve #2