Chivas Regal Extra 13 Year Old vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Regal Extra 13 Year Old
Chivas Regal
★ 4.25
£37
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
| Chivas Regal Extra 13 Year Old | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £36.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 4.25/5 | 5.00/5 |
Chivas Regal Extra 13 Year Old
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Chivas Regal Extra 13 Year Old
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).
Chivas Regal Extra 13 Year Old is better value at £37 vs £50.
For beginners: Chivas Regal Extra 13 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Chivas Regal Extra 13 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.95 vs £49.95)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £36.95)
Who should buy Chivas?
Chivas Regal Extra 13 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
Both taste of
Only Chivas Regal Extra 13 Year Old
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman