Islay Blended Malt #2 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay Blended Malt #2 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 4.50
£128
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£83
| Islay Blended Malt #2 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.3% | 54.9% |
| Age | 27 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £127.95 | £82.95 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Islay Blended Malt #2 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Islay Blended Malt #2 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 4.50).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is better value at £83 vs £128.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Islay Blended Malt #2 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£127.95 vs £82.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £127.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay Blended Malt #2 27 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 Blended Malt character.
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 Blended Malt #2 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)