Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Loch Lomond
★ 4.67
£50
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.67/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £50 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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 Inchfad?
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 Single Cask (Master of Malt)