Benriach The Twelve vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Benriach The Twelve | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Linkwood |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £45.5 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 3.86/5 | 5.00/5 |
Benriach The Twelve
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Benriach The Twelve
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.86).
Benriach The Twelve is better value at £46 vs £50.
For beginners: Benriach The Twelve is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Benriach The Twelve
Pros
- +More affordable (£45.5 vs £49.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.9 vs 5.0)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £45.5)
Who should buy Benriach?
Benriach The Twelve 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 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
Both taste of
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman