Glenrothes 11 Year Old 2014 cask 7390A-H - Woodrow's of Edinburgh vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenrothes 11 Year Old 2014 cask 7390A-H - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Glenrothes
£74
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
| Glenrothes 11 Year Old 2014 cask 7390A-H - Woodrow's of Edinburgh | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenrothes | Linkwood |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.6% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £73.5 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenrothes 11 Year Old 2014 cask 7390A-H - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Glenrothes 11 Year Old 2014 cask 7390A-H - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £74.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glenrothes 11 Year Old 2014 cask 7390A-H - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£73.5 vs £49.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £73.5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenrothes?
Glenrothes 11 Year Old 2014 cask 7390A-H - Woodrow's of Edinburgh 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 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 Glenrothes 11 Year Old 2014 cask 7390A-H - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman