Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Glen Scotia
£68
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£83
| Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) | 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 | 46% | 54.9% |
| Age | 17 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £68.37 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) is better value at £68 vs £83.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£68.37 vs £82.95)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £68.37)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
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 17 Year Old 1992 (Murray McDavid)
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)