Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2025 Release vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2025 Release
Kilchoman
£74
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£83
| Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2025 Release | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kilchoman | Linkwood |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Scotch | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.9% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £73.5 | £82.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2025 Release
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2025 Release
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).
Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2025 Release is better value at £74 vs £83.
For beginners: Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2025 Release is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2025 Release
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£73.5 vs £82.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £73.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Kilchoman?
Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2025 Release suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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 Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2025 Release
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)