Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998 vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
DistilleryGlenlossieLinkwood
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age13 yr12 yr
Price£49.32£49.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998 is better value at £49 vs £50.

For beginners: Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998

Pros

  • +More affordable (£49.32 vs £49.95)
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £49.32)

Who should buy Glenlossie?

Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998 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

SherriedDried FruitChocolate

Only Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998

Cooked FruitNutty

Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

HoneyToasted

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