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 Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50

Lochlea Dark Briar Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Lochlea
£44
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Lochlea Dark Briar Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Lochlea |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £43.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Lochlea Dark Briar Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Lochlea Dark Briar Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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
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