Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (The Whisky Club) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (The Whisky Club)
Clynelish
£65
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
| Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (The Whisky Club) | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Linkwood |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.7% | 46% |
| Age | 16 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £64.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (The Whisky Club)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (The Whisky Club)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £65.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (The Whisky Club)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£64.95 vs £49.95)
- −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 affordable (£49.95 vs £64.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (The Whisky Club) 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.
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 Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (The Whisky Club)
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman