Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted vs Linkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted
Glen Elgin
★ 5.00
£60
Linkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£58
| Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted | Linkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Linkwood |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.4% | 57.5% |
| Age | 14 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £59.95 | £57.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted
Linkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits
Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted
Linkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Linkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits is better value at £58 vs £60.
For beginners: Linkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.95 vs £57.95)
Linkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£57.95 vs £59.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted 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 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Elgin 14 Year Old - Derestricted
Only Linkwood 14 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits