High West Bourbon vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| High West Bourbon | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | High West | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £51.5 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
High West Bourbon
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
High West Bourbon
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £52.
For beginners: High West Bourbon is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
High West Bourbon
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£51.5 vs £49.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 £51.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy High?
High West Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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
Only High West Bourbon
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman