Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Pikesville 6 Year Old 110 Proof Straight Rye
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Pikesville 6 Year Old 110 Proof Straight Rye
Pikesville
★ 4.62
£79
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Pikesville 6 Year Old 110 Proof Straight Rye | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Pikesville |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 46% | 55% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £78.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.62/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pikesville 6 Year Old 110 Proof Straight Rye
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pikesville 6 Year Old 110 Proof Straight Rye
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.62).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £79.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £78.99)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Pikesville 6 Year Old 110 Proof Straight Rye
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£78.99 vs £49.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
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 Pikesville?
Pikesville 6 Year Old 110 Proof Straight Rye suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Pikesville 6 Year Old 110 Proof Straight Rye