Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
Tullamore D.E.W.
★ 5.00
£46
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Tullamore D.E.W. |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 55% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £45.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
Quick verdict
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix is better value at £46 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £45.95)
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix
Pros
- +More affordable (£45.95 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
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 Tullamore?
Tullamore D.E.W. Phoenix 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
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