Linkwood 12 Year Old 1999 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 1999 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£43
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 1999 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Rock Island |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £42.81 | £44.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 1999 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Linkwood 12 Year Old 1999 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 1999 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is better value at £43 vs £45.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 1999 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 1999 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£42.81 vs £44.5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.5 vs £42.81)
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 12 Year Old 1999 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) 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 Rock?
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 1999 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition