Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Master of Malt)
North British
£79
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | North British |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 54.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £78.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Master of Malt)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Master of Malt)
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 £79.
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 £78.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£78.95 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 North?
North British 30 Year Old 1988 (Master of Malt) 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
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