Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Lochlea Dark Briar Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS TaymanLochlea Dark Briar Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
DistilleryLinkwoodLochlea
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV46%40%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£49.95£43.95
Rating5.00/5

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

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

Lochlea Dark Briar Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lochlea Dark Briar Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Lochlea Dark Briar Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £44 vs £50.

For beginners: Lochlea Dark Briar Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (75/100 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 £43.95)

Lochlea Dark Briar Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£43.95 vs £49.95)

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 Lochlea?

Lochlea Dark Briar Lowland 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

Both taste of

SherriedToasted

Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

HoneyChocolateDried Fruit

Only Lochlea Dark Briar Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Cooked FruitNutty

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