The Lovers VI Rum Blended Modernist Rum vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Lovers VI Rum Blended Modernist RumLinkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
DistilleryThe LoversLinkwood
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£45.25£49.95
Rating5.00/5

The Lovers VI Rum Blended Modernist Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

The Lovers VI Rum Blended Modernist Rum

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Lovers VI Rum Blended Modernist Rum is better value at £45 vs £50.

For beginners: The Lovers VI Rum Blended Modernist Rum is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

The Lovers VI Rum Blended Modernist Rum

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£45.25 vs £49.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £45.25)

Who should buy The?

The Lovers VI Rum Blended Modernist Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

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

Only The Lovers VI Rum Blended Modernist Rum

TobaccoCitricCooked Fruit

Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SherriedHoneyChocolateDried FruitToasted

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