Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Mackmyra Äppelblom

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

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS TaymanMackmyra Äppelblom
DistilleryLinkwoodMackmyra
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandSweden
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46.1%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£49.95£47.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Mackmyra Äppelblom

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mackmyra Äppelblom

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mackmyra Äppelblom is better value at £48 vs £50.

For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £47.95)

Mackmyra Äppelblom

Pros

  • +More affordable (£47.95 vs £49.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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.

Who should buy Mackmyra?

Mackmyra Äppelblom suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SherriedChocolateDried FruitToasted

Only Mackmyra Äppelblom

Fresh FruitFragantVanilla

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