Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£120
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£83
| Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Linkwood |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.1% | 54.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £120 | £82.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is better value at £83 vs £120.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£120 vs £82.95)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £120)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 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 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 Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)