Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 Mezcal Finish (cask 9001334) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 Mezcal Finish (cask 9001334) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Ardmore
£81
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£83
| Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 Mezcal Finish (cask 9001334) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Linkwood |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 54.9% |
| Age | 13 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £81 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 Mezcal Finish (cask 9001334) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 Mezcal Finish (cask 9001334) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 Mezcal Finish (cask 9001334) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) is better value at £81 vs £83.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 Mezcal Finish (cask 9001334) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£81 vs £82.95)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £81)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 Mezcal Finish (cask 9001334) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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Only Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 Mezcal Finish (cask 9001334) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)