Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£60
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 51% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £60.
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
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £59.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.95 vs £49.95)
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 John?
John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only John Walker & Sons Celebratory Blend