Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£65
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £64.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
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 £65.
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 £64.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£64.95 vs £49.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Alness?
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)