Ledaig 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 800001) (Adelphi) vs Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ledaig 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 800001) (Adelphi)Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
DistilleryTobermoryLinkwood
RegionIslandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV63.3%54.9%
Age11 yr12 yr
Price£68.1£82.95
Rating5.00/5

Ledaig 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 800001) (Adelphi)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value60/100

Ledaig 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 800001) (Adelphi)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ledaig 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 800001) (Adelphi) is better value at £68 vs £83.

For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Ledaig 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 800001) (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£68.1 vs £82.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (63.3%) — may need water
  • 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 11 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£82.95 vs £68.1)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ledaig?

Ledaig 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 800001) (Adelphi) 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.

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

Both taste of

Malt Extract

Only Ledaig 11 Year Old 2007 (cask 800001) (Adelphi)

SmokeyLeatheryOily

Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)

HoneyToastedVanillaFresh Fruit

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