Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Adnams Rye Malt Whisky

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

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS TaymanAdnams Rye Malt Whisky
DistilleryLinkwoodAdnams
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV46%47%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£49.95£44.95
Rating5.00/54.86/5

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

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

Adnams Rye Malt Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Adnams Rye Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.86).

Adnams Rye Malt Whisky 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

  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £44.95)

Adnams Rye Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +More affordable (£44.95 vs £49.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.9 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 Adnams?

Adnams Rye Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SherriedHoneyChocolateDried Fruit

Only Adnams Rye Malt Whisky

VegetativeMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

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