Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13763) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13763) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Linkwood
£51
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£48
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13763) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Glenturret |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £50.56 | £48.42 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13763) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13763) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Quick verdict
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is better value at £48 vs £51.
For beginners: The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13763) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£50.56 vs £48.42)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13763) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 The?
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 (cask 13763) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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