Arran Lochranza 9 Year Old 2016 - Bourbon Finish (Integrity Malts) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Arran Lochranza 9 Year Old 2016 - Bourbon Finish (Integrity Malts)
Arran
£80
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
| Arran Lochranza 9 Year Old 2016 - Bourbon Finish (Integrity Malts) | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Arran | Linkwood |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.5% | 46% |
| Age | 9 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Arran Lochranza 9 Year Old 2016 - Bourbon Finish (Integrity Malts)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Arran Lochranza 9 Year Old 2016 - Bourbon Finish (Integrity Malts)
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 £80.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Arran Lochranza 9 Year Old 2016 - Bourbon Finish (Integrity Malts)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.95 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 £79.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Arran?
Arran Lochranza 9 Year Old 2016 - Bourbon Finish (Integrity Malts) 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
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Only Arran Lochranza 9 Year Old 2016 - Bourbon Finish (Integrity Malts)
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