Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
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
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Glen Scotia
£68
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £68.37 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) is better value at £68 vs £83.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (55/100 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 £68.37)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£68.37 vs £82.95)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Glen?
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)