Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Black Tot Finest Caribbean Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

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

Black Tot Finest Caribbean Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum
Black Tot
£44
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Black Tot Finest Caribbean Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Black Tot |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £43.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Black Tot Finest Caribbean Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Black Tot Finest Caribbean Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Black Tot Finest Caribbean Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum is better value at £44 vs £50.
For beginners: Black Tot Finest Caribbean Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum is more approachable (70/100 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
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £43.75)
Black Tot Finest Caribbean Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£43.75 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 Black?
Black Tot Finest Caribbean Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Black Tot Finest Caribbean Rum Blended Traditionalist Rum