Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Stauning Rye

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS TaymanStauning Rye
DistilleryLinkwoodStauning
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandDenmark
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV46%48%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£49.95£59.3
Rating5.00/54.29/5

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Stauning Rye

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner55/100
Value72/100

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Stauning Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.29).

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £59.

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 affordable (£49.95 vs £59.3)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Stauning Rye

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.3 vs £49.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.3 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 Stauning?

Stauning Rye suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SherriedHoneyChocolateDried Fruit

Only Stauning Rye

New WoodYeastyHay-like

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