Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish Whiskey
Lambay
★ 3.86
£38
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Lambay |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £37.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.86/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish Whiskey
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish Whiskey
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.86).
Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish Whiskey is better value at £38 vs £50.
For beginners: Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish Whiskey is more approachable (100/100 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 £37.99)
Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£37.99 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.9 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 Lambay?
Lambay Small Batch Blend Irish 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
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