Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Dalmore 11 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)

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

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS TaymanDalmore 11 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)
DistilleryLinkwoodDalmore
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age12 yr11 yr
Price£49.95£37.51
Rating5.00/5

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

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

Dalmore 11 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalmore 11 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dalmore 11 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead) is better value at £38 vs £50.

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)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £37.51)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Dalmore 11 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£37.51 vs £49.95)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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 Dalmore?

Dalmore 11 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SherriedHoneyChocolateDried FruitToasted

Only Dalmore 11 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)

LeatheryTobaccoOld WoodSmokey

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