Croft 2000 Vintage Port vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Croft 2000 Vintage Port | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Croft | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £82.5 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Croft 2000 Vintage Port
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Croft 2000 Vintage Port
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 £83.
For beginners: Croft 2000 Vintage Port is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Croft 2000 Vintage Port
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£82.5 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 £82.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Croft?
Croft 2000 Vintage Port suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Croft 2000 Vintage Port
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman