Tomintoul 33 Year Old vs Linkwood 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 39.88) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£250
Linkwood 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 39.88) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Linkwood
£399
| Tomintoul 33 Year Old | Linkwood 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 39.88) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomintoul | Linkwood |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 47.8% |
| Age | 33 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Linkwood 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 39.88) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Linkwood 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 39.88) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomintoul 33 Year Old is better value at £250 vs £399.
For beginners: Tomintoul 33 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £399)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Linkwood 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 39.88) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £249.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 33 Year Old 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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 39.88) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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
Both taste of
Only Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Only Linkwood 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 39.88) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)