Linkwood 9 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 46% vs J.J. Corry The Sonas
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 9 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 46%
Linkwood
£59
J.J. Corry The Sonas
J.J. Corry
★ 5.00
£63
| Linkwood 9 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 46% | J.J. Corry The Sonas | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | J.J. Corry |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £59 | £62.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 9 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 46%
J.J. Corry The Sonas
Linkwood 9 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 46%
J.J. Corry The Sonas
Quick verdict
J.J. Corry The Sonas is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 9 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 46% is better value at £59 vs £63.
For beginners: J.J. Corry The Sonas is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 9 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 46%
Pros
- +More affordable (£59 vs £62.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
J.J. Corry The Sonas
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£62.95 vs £59)
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 9 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 46% 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 J.J.?
J.J. Corry The Sonas is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 9 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 46%
Only J.J. Corry The Sonas