Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof
The Black Bottle Distillery
★ 4.67
£39
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | The Black Bottle Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 58% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £38.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.67/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof is better value at £39 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £38.5)
Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£38.5 vs £49.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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 Randolph?
Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof 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 Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof