Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hinch | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 5 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £42.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 3.80/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.80).
Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood is better value at £43 vs £50.
For beginners: Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £49.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.8 vs 5.0)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 5 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £42.95)
Who should buy Hinch?
Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood 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 Hinch 5 Year Old Double Wood
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman