Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 Bordeaux Edition - DS Tayman vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 Bordeaux Edition - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 Bordeaux Edition - DS Tayman | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Clynelish |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £57.12 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 Bordeaux Edition - DS Tayman
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 Bordeaux Edition - DS Tayman
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 Bordeaux Edition - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £57.
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
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £57.12)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.12 vs £49.95)
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 Clynelish?
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 Bordeaux Edition - DS Tayman
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)