Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 900310) - Cask Classics (Skene Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 900310) - Cask Classics (Skene Whisky)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£39
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 900310) - Cask Classics (Skene Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Craigellachie |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £38.82 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 900310) - Cask Classics (Skene Whisky)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 900310) - Cask Classics (Skene Whisky)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 900310) - Cask Classics (Skene Whisky) is better value at £39 vs £50.
For beginners: Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 900310) - Cask Classics (Skene Whisky) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £38.82)
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 900310) - Cask Classics (Skene Whisky)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£38.82 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 900310) - Cask Classics (Skene Whisky) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Craigellachie 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 900310) - Cask Classics (Skene Whisky)