Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old vs Linkwood 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 9163) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Samuel Gulliver & Co
★ 5.00
£93
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 9163) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Linkwood
£86
| Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old | Linkwood 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 9163) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Samuel Gulliver & Co | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 54.5% |
| Age | 10 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £92.95 | £85.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 9163) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 9163) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Quick verdict
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 9163) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is better value at £86 vs £93.
For beginners: Linkwood 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 9163) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£92.95 vs £85.5)
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 9163) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£85.5 vs £92.95)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Gulliver’s?
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 9163) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Only Linkwood 18 Year Old 1997 (cask 9163) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)