Linkwood 18 Year Old 1998 (casks 11784 & 11785) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky

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

Linkwood 18 Year Old 1998 (casks 11784 & 11785) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky
DistilleryLinkwoodRampur
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIndia
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%45%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£49.3£62.95
Rating5.00/5

Linkwood 18 Year Old 1998 (casks 11784 & 11785) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value79/100

Linkwood 18 Year Old 1998 (casks 11784 & 11785) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Linkwood 18 Year Old 1998 (casks 11784 & 11785) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £49 vs £63.

For beginners: Linkwood 18 Year Old 1998 (casks 11784 & 11785) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Linkwood 18 Year Old 1998 (casks 11784 & 11785) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£49.3 vs £62.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£62.95 vs £49.3)

Who should buy Linkwood?

Linkwood 18 Year Old 1998 (casks 11784 & 11785) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 Rampur?

Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaFresh FruitCitric

Only Linkwood 18 Year Old 1998 (casks 11784 & 11785) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

HoneyMalt Extract

Only Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky

SherriedToasted

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