Jack Daniel’s Bonded vs Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 803836) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Jack Daniel’s BondedLinkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 803836) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryJack Daniel'sLinkwood
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeTennesseeSingle Malt
ABV50%46%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£40.2£39.95
Rating5.00/5

Jack Daniel’s Bonded

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 803836) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Jack Daniel’s Bonded

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 803836) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jack Daniel’s Bonded is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 803836) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £40 vs £40.

For beginners: Jack Daniel’s Bonded is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Jack Daniel’s Bonded

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 (£40.2 vs £39.95)

Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 803836) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£39.95 vs £40.2)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Jack?

Jack Daniel’s Bonded 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.

Who should buy Linkwood?

Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 803836) - 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

ToastedVanillaHoney

Only Jack Daniel’s Bonded

TobaccoOily

Only Linkwood 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 803836) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Malt ExtractFresh Fruit

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