Islay 8 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay 8 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
£75
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£83
| Islay 8 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.3% | 54.9% |
| Age | 8 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £75.28 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Islay 8 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Islay 8 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Islay 8 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits is better value at £75 vs £83.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Islay 8 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£75.28 vs £82.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £75.28)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay 8 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Islay 8 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)