Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits
South Star Spirits
★ 4.00
£43
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
| Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | South Star Spirits | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £42.5 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits is better value at £43 vs £50.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£42.5 vs £49.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £42.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits 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
Both taste of
Only Islay 8 Year Old 2013 - South Star Spirits
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman