Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Inchgower 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800651) (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800651) (Adelphi)
Inchgower
★ 5.00
£78
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Inchgower 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800651) (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Inchgower |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 58.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £77.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800651) (Adelphi)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800651) (Adelphi)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £78.
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
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £77.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800651) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£77.95 vs £49.95)
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 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 800651) (Adelphi) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
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