Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyLinkwood
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV49.2%46%
Age7 yr12 yr
Price£47.95£49.95
Rating5.00/5

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £48 vs £50.

For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£47.95 vs £49.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 7 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £47.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Islay?

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 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

Only Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyFresh FruitOily

Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SherriedHoneyChocolateDried FruitToasted

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