Glen Grant 12 Year Old vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Glen Grant 12 Year Old | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Linkwood |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £41.5 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 4.14/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 12 Year Old
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Glen Grant 12 Year Old
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.14).
Glen Grant 12 Year Old is better value at £42 vs £50.
For beginners: Glen Grant 12 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£41.5 vs £49.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.1 vs 5.0)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £41.5)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 12 Year Old 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 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 Glen Grant 12 Year Old
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman