Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition)
Bruichladdich
★ 4.75
£125
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£83
| Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition) | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Linkwood |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £125 | £82.95 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition)
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 4.75).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is better value at £83 vs £125.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £82.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 £125)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
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