Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Six Isles Port Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Six Isles Port Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Ian Macleod |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £54.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Six Isles Port Cask Finish
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Six Isles Port Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £55.
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 £54.75)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Six Isles Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£54.75 vs £49.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Six?
Six Isles Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Six Isles Port Cask Finish