Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Islay Journey Blended Malt - Journey Series (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Islay Journey Blended Malt - Journey Series (Hunter Laing)
Hunter Laing
★ 3.00
£51
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Islay Journey Blended Malt - Journey Series (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Hunter Laing |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £50.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Islay Journey Blended Malt - Journey Series (Hunter Laing)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Islay Journey Blended Malt - Journey Series (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £51.
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 affordable (£49.95 vs £50.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Islay Journey Blended Malt - Journey Series (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£50.5 vs £49.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Islay?
Islay Journey Blended Malt - Journey Series (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Islay Journey Blended Malt - Journey Series (Hunter Laing)