Linkwood 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 306261 & 306263 & 306267 & 306269) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Old Perth Number 1 Release

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

Linkwood 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 306261 & 306263 & 306267 & 306269) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)Old Perth Number 1 Release
DistilleryLinkwoodOld Perth
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%43%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£44.94£27.99
Rating5.00/5

Linkwood 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 306261 & 306263 & 306267 & 306269) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Linkwood 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 306261 & 306263 & 306267 & 306269) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Perth Number 1 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Old Perth Number 1 Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Old Perth Number 1 Release is better value at £28 vs £45.

For beginners: Old Perth Number 1 Release is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Linkwood 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 306261 & 306263 & 306267 & 306269) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£44.94 vs £27.99)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Old Perth Number 1 Release

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£27.99 vs £44.94)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Linkwood?

Linkwood 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 306261 & 306263 & 306267 & 306269) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 Old?

Old Perth Number 1 Release is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaMalt Extract

Only Linkwood 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 306261 & 306263 & 306267 & 306269) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Fresh FruitToasted

Only Old Perth Number 1 Release

HoneyNutty

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