Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50

Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Bowmore
£43
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Bowmore |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £42.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £43 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
- +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 £42.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£42.5 vs £49.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Bowmore 12 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky