Glenturret 16 Year Old 1995 (Signatory) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 16 Year Old 1995 (Signatory)
Glenturret
£42
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
| Glenturret 16 Year Old 1995 (Signatory) | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Linkwood |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 16 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £41.52 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenturret 16 Year Old 1995 (Signatory)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Glenturret 16 Year Old 1995 (Signatory)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenturret 16 Year Old 1995 (Signatory) is better value at £42 vs £50.
For beginners: Glenturret 16 Year Old 1995 (Signatory) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 16 Year Old 1995 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£41.52 vs £49.95)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £41.52)
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 16 Year Old 1995 (Signatory) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Glenturret 16 Year Old 1995 (Signatory)
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman