Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman vs Whisky Row Smoke & Peat
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman | Whisky Row Smoke & Peat | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Whisky Row |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £41.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Whisky Row Smoke & Peat
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Whisky Row Smoke & Peat
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Whisky Row Smoke & Peat is better value at £42 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
- +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 £41.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Whisky Row Smoke & Peat
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£41.5 vs £49.95)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Whisky?
Whisky Row Smoke & Peat suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2007 - DS Tayman
Only Whisky Row Smoke & Peat