Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs English Rye 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50

English Rye 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
£45
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | English Rye 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 46% | 45.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
English Rye 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
English Rye 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
English Rye 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £45 vs £50.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £44.95)
English Rye 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £49.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 English?
English Rye 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only English Rye 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)