Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Islay Rum Barrel Aged Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Islay Rum Barrel Aged Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
Islay Rum Company
£52
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Islay Rum Barrel Aged Single Traditional Pot Still Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Islay Rum Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £51.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Islay Rum Barrel Aged Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Islay Rum Barrel Aged Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £52.
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 £51.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Islay Rum Barrel Aged Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£51.5 vs £49.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Islay?
Islay Rum Barrel Aged Single Traditional Pot Still Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Islay Rum Barrel Aged Single Traditional Pot Still Rum