Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs McGuinness Old Canada - Post-1999
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
McGuinness Old Canada - Post-1999
McGuinness Distillers Ltd.
★ 3.00
£60
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | McGuinness Old Canada - Post-1999 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | McGuinness Distillers Ltd. |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Canada |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £60 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
McGuinness Old Canada - Post-1999
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
McGuinness Old Canada - Post-1999
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 £60.
For beginners: McGuinness Old Canada - Post-1999 is more approachable (90/100 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 £60)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
McGuinness Old Canada - Post-1999
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£60 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 McGuinness?
McGuinness Old Canada - Post-1999 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only McGuinness Old Canada - Post-1999