Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured
The Glasgow Distillery Co.
£55
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
| Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Glasgow Distillery Co. | Linkwood |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £54.5 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured
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 £55.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£54.5 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 £54.5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Glasgow?
Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Glasgow 1770 Bourbon Cask Matured
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman