Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 303256 & 303290) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 303256 & 303290) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Dailuaine
★ 5.00
£40
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 303256 & 303290) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Dailuaine |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £39.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 303256 & 303290) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 303256 & 303290) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 303256 & 303290) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £40 vs £50.
For beginners: Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 303256 & 303290) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (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 £39.95)
Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 303256 & 303290) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £49.95)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
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 Dailuaine?
Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 303256 & 303290) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Dailuaine 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 303256 & 303290) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)