Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Starward Trio Gift Set (3x20cl)

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

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS TaymanStarward Trio Gift Set (3x20cl)
DistilleryLinkwoodStarward
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandAustralia
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%43.7%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£49.95£52
Rating5.00/5

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

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

Starward Trio Gift Set (3x20cl)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Starward Trio Gift Set (3x20cl)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £52.

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 £52)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Starward Trio Gift Set (3x20cl)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£52 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 Starward?

Starward Trio Gift Set (3x20cl) 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

Toasted

Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman

SherriedHoneyChocolateDried Fruit

Only Starward Trio Gift Set (3x20cl)

VanillaCooked FruitNew WoodOily

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