Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (casks 5932 & 5936) (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (casks 5932 & 5936) (Signatory)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£46
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (casks 5932 & 5936) (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Linkwood |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £46.31 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (casks 5932 & 5936) (Signatory)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (casks 5932 & 5936) (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (casks 5932 & 5936) (Signatory) is better value at £46 vs £50.
For beginners: Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (casks 5932 & 5936) (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £46.31)
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (casks 5932 & 5936) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£46.31 vs £49.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (casks 5932 & 5936) (Signatory) 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 Linkwood 21 Year Old 1995 (casks 5932 & 5936) (Signatory)