Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 Bordeaux Edition - DS Tayman vs The Big Smoke 46
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 Bordeaux Edition - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
The Big Smoke 46
Duncan Taylor
★ 5.00
£34
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 Bordeaux Edition - DS Tayman | The Big Smoke 46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Duncan Taylor |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £34.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 Bordeaux Edition - DS Tayman
The Big Smoke 46
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 Bordeaux Edition - DS Tayman
The Big Smoke 46
Quick verdict
The Big Smoke 46 is better value at £34 vs £50.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 Bordeaux Edition - DS Tayman is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 Bordeaux Edition - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £34.3)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Big Smoke 46
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£34.3 vs £49.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 Bordeaux Edition - DS Tayman 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 Big Smoke 46 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 Bordeaux Edition - DS Tayman
Only The Big Smoke 46