Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Deanston 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Deanston 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Deanston |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.69/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Deanston 18 Year Old
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Deanston 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.69).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £80.
For beginners: Deanston 18 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 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 £79.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Deanston 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £49.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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 Deanston?
Deanston 18 Year Old 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 Deanston 18 Year Old