Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£65
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
| Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £64.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £65.
For beginners: Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£64.95 vs £49.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £64.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Alness?
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) 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.
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman