Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Inchmurrin 12 Year Old

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

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS TaymanInchmurrin 12 Year Old
DistilleryLinkwoodLoch Lomond
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age12 yr12 yr
Price£49.95£38.95
Rating5.00/54.50/5

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

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

Inchmurrin 12 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner90/100
Value100/100

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchmurrin 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

Inchmurrin 12 Year Old is better value at £39 vs £50.

For beginners: Inchmurrin 12 Year Old is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Pros

  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £38.95)

Inchmurrin 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£38.95 vs £49.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.5 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 Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 12 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

Both taste of

Honey

Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SherriedChocolateDried FruitToasted

Only Inchmurrin 12 Year Old

VanillaMalt ExtractNew WoodFresh Fruit

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