Black Friday 2022 (Caol Ila) 16 Year Old Islay Whisky vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Black Friday 2022 (Caol Ila) 16 Year Old Islay Whisky
Caol Ila
£96
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£83
| Black Friday 2022 (Caol Ila) 16 Year Old Islay Whisky | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 54.9% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £95.75 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Black Friday 2022 (Caol Ila) 16 Year Old Islay Whisky
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Black Friday 2022 (Caol Ila) 16 Year Old Islay Whisky
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).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is better value at £83 vs £96.
For beginners: Black Friday 2022 (Caol Ila) 16 Year Old Islay Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Black Friday 2022 (Caol Ila) 16 Year Old Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£95.75 vs £82.95)
- −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 affordable (£82.95 vs £95.75)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Black?
Black Friday 2022 (Caol Ila) 16 Year Old Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Black Friday 2022 (Caol Ila) 16 Year Old Islay Whisky
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)