Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Dirupi Gess Grumello Valtellina Superiore 2018
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Dirupi Gess Grumello Valtellina Superiore 2018
Dirupi
£65
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Dirupi Gess Grumello Valtellina Superiore 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Dirupi |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £64.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Dirupi Gess Grumello Valtellina Superiore 2018
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Dirupi Gess Grumello Valtellina Superiore 2018
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £65.
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 £64.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Dirupi Gess Grumello Valtellina Superiore 2018
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£64.5 vs £49.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Dirupi?
Dirupi Gess Grumello Valtellina Superiore 2018 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 Dirupi Gess Grumello Valtellina Superiore 2018