Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Highland Malt Golf Club

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS TaymanHighland Malt Golf Club
DistilleryLinkwoodHighland Malt
RegionSpeysideOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%40%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£49.95£36.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Highland Malt Golf Club

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Malt Golf Club

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Malt Golf Club is better value at £37 vs £50.

For beginners: Highland Malt Golf Club is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £36.95)

Highland Malt Golf Club

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£36.95 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 Highland?

Highland Malt Golf Club 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

Both taste of

HoneyToasted

Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SherriedChocolateDried Fruit

Only Highland Malt Golf Club

Malt ExtractVanilla

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