Bounty Rum Strong 151 Single Traditional Column Still Rum vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bounty Rum Strong 151 Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Bounty
£43

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
| Bounty Rum Strong 151 Single Traditional Column Still Rum | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bounty | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £43.25 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bounty Rum Strong 151 Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Bounty Rum Strong 151 Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bounty Rum Strong 151 Single Traditional Column Still Rum is better value at £43 vs £50.
For beginners: Bounty Rum Strong 151 Single Traditional Column Still Rum is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bounty Rum Strong 151 Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£43.25 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £43.25)
Who should buy Bounty?
Bounty Rum Strong 151 Single Traditional Column Still Rum 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 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
Only Bounty Rum Strong 151 Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman