Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Caol Ila
£45
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
| Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) | 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 | 18 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £44.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) is better value at £45 vs £50.
For beginners: Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £44.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
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Only Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman