Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£53
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
| Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Linkwood |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 19 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £52.85 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £53.
For beginners: Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£52.85 vs £49.95)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £52.85)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 6403 + 6404) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman