Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Inchgower 7 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Inchgower 7 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Inchgower
★ 5.00
£43
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Inchgower 7 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Inchgower |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £43.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Inchgower 7 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Inchgower 7 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Quick verdict
Inchgower 7 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) 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
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 7 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £43.45)
Inchgower 7 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Pros
- +More affordable (£43.45 vs £49.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Inchgower?
Inchgower 7 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) 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 Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Inchgower 7 Year Old 2008 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)