Glengoyne 10 Year Old vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Glengoyne 10 Year Old | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Linkwood |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £39.5 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 4.22/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 10 Year Old
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Glengoyne 10 Year Old
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.22).
Glengoyne 10 Year Old is better value at £40 vs £50.
For beginners: Glengoyne 10 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.5 vs £49.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £39.5)
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 10 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glengoyne 10 Year Old
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman