Ki No Tea Kyoto Dry Gin vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Ki No Tea Kyoto Dry Gin | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ki No Bi | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £56.5 | £49.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ki No Tea Kyoto Dry Gin
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Ki No Tea Kyoto Dry Gin
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £57.
For beginners: Ki No Tea Kyoto Dry Gin is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ki No Tea Kyoto Dry Gin
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.5 vs £49.95)
- −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 affordable (£49.95 vs £56.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Ki?
Ki No Tea Kyoto Dry Gin suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Ki No Tea Kyoto Dry Gin
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman