Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Flaming Pig Black Cask Irish Whiskey Irish Blended Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Flaming Pig Black Cask Irish Whiskey Irish Blended Whiskey
Flaming Pig
£38
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Flaming Pig Black Cask Irish Whiskey Irish Blended Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Flaming Pig |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | Irish |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £38.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Flaming Pig Black Cask Irish Whiskey Irish Blended Whiskey
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Flaming Pig Black Cask Irish Whiskey Irish Blended Whiskey
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Flaming Pig Black Cask Irish Whiskey Irish Blended Whiskey is better value at £38 vs £50.
For beginners: Flaming Pig Black Cask Irish Whiskey Irish Blended Whiskey 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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £38.25)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Flaming Pig Black Cask Irish Whiskey Irish Blended Whiskey
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£38.25 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −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 Flaming?
Flaming Pig Black Cask Irish Whiskey Irish Blended Whiskey 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
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Flaming Pig Black Cask Irish Whiskey Irish Blended Whiskey