Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
Craigellachie
£75
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£83
| Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.) | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Linkwood |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 54.9% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £74.95 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £75 vs £83.
For beginners: Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£74.95 vs £82.95)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £74.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)