Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Islay Rum Geal Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Islay Rum Geal Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
Islay Rum Company
£47
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Islay Rum Geal Single Traditional Pot Still Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Islay Rum Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £46.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Islay Rum Geal Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Islay Rum Geal Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Islay Rum Geal Single Traditional Pot Still Rum is better value at £47 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
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £46.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Islay Rum Geal Single Traditional Pot Still Rum
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£46.5 vs £49.95)
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 Islay?
Islay Rum Geal Single Traditional Pot Still 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 Islay Rum Geal Single Traditional Pot Still Rum