Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£45
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £45 vs £50.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £44.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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.
Who should buy Staoisha?
Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Staoisha 8 Year Old 2014 (casks 10689, 10691, 10692 & 10694) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)