Grand Marnier Cuvee Du Centenaire vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Grand Marnier Cuvee Du Centenaire
Grand Marnier
£138
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£83
| Grand Marnier Cuvee Du Centenaire | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Grand Marnier | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 54.9% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £138 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Grand Marnier Cuvee Du Centenaire
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Grand Marnier Cuvee Du Centenaire
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).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is better value at £83 vs £138.
For beginners: Grand Marnier Cuvee Du Centenaire is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Grand Marnier Cuvee Du Centenaire
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£138 vs £82.95)
- −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 affordable (£82.95 vs £138)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
Who should buy Grand?
Grand Marnier Cuvee Du Centenaire suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
Both taste of
Only Grand Marnier Cuvee Du Centenaire
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)