Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 – The Eclipse (James Eadie) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 – The Eclipse (James Eadie)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£50
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
| Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 – The Eclipse (James Eadie) | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Linkwood |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 – The Eclipse (James Eadie)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 – The Eclipse (James Eadie)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £50.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 – The Eclipse (James Eadie)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 – The Eclipse (James Eadie) 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 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 Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 – The Eclipse (James Eadie)
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman