Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Lucien Collard Grand Cru Extra Brut NV Champagne
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50

Lucien Collard Grand Cru Extra Brut NV Champagne
Lucien Collard
£45
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Lucien Collard Grand Cru Extra Brut NV Champagne | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Lucien Collard |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £44.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Lucien Collard Grand Cru Extra Brut NV Champagne
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Lucien Collard Grand Cru Extra Brut NV Champagne
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lucien Collard Grand Cru Extra Brut NV Champagne is better value at £45 vs £50.
For beginners: Lucien Collard Grand Cru Extra Brut NV Champagne is more approachable (70/100 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 £44.75)
Lucien Collard Grand Cru Extra Brut NV Champagne
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£44.75 vs £49.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Lucien?
Lucien Collard Grand Cru Extra Brut NV Champagne suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Lucien Collard Grand Cru Extra Brut NV Champagne