Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel (50cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel (50cl)
Kurayoshi
★ 5.00
£53
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel (50cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Kurayoshi |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £52.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel (50cl)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel (50cl)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £53.
For beginners: The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel (50cl) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £52.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel (50cl)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£52.5 vs £49.95)
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 The?
The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel (50cl) 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 The Kurayoshi Tottori Bourbon Barrel (50cl)