Knockando 12 Year Old vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Knockando 12 Year Old | Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Knockando | Linkwood |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £41.95 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Knockando 12 Year Old
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Knockando 12 Year Old
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Knockando 12 Year Old is better value at £42 vs £50.
For beginners: Knockando 12 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Knockando 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£41.95 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £41.95)
Who should buy Knockando?
Knockando 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Knockando 12 Year Old
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman