Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Invergordon
★ 3.00
£56
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Invergordon |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 49.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £55.65 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
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 £56.
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 £55.65)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£55.65 vs £49.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Invergordon 15 Year Old 2009 - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)