BenRiach 22 Year Old Albariza vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
BenRiach 22 Year Old Albariza
Benriach
★ 5.00
£120
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£83
| BenRiach 22 Year Old Albariza | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Linkwood |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.9% |
| Age | 22 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £119.95 | £82.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
BenRiach 22 Year Old Albariza
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
BenRiach 22 Year Old Albariza
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is better value at £83 vs £120.
For beginners: BenRiach 22 Year Old Albariza is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
BenRiach 22 Year Old Albariza
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£119.95 vs £82.95)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £119.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy BenRiach?
BenRiach 22 Year Old Albariza 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 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
Only BenRiach 22 Year Old Albariza
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)