Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Takamaka Overproof Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£50
Takamaka Overproof Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum
Takamaka
£42
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Takamaka Overproof Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Takamaka |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £42.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Takamaka Overproof Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Takamaka Overproof Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Takamaka Overproof Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum is better value at £42 vs £50.
For beginners: Takamaka Overproof Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £42.25)
Takamaka Overproof Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£42.25 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −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 Takamaka?
Takamaka Overproof Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Takamaka Overproof Rum Single Traditional Blended Rum