Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Inchgower
£42
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
| Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Linkwood |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £41.74 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (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).
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £42 vs £50.
For beginners: Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£41.74 vs £49.95)
- +Longer maturation (13 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 £41.74)
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (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 Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (casks 801489 & 801490) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman