Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Hinch |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £42.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.80/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.80).
Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood is better value at £43 vs £50.
For beginners: Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood 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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 5 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £42.95)
Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £49.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.8 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 Hinch?
Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood 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
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Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood