Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£83
Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness)
Bruichladdich
£106
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 51.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £105.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is better value at £83 vs £106.
For beginners: Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £105.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£105.95 vs £82.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Lochindaal?
Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only Lochindaal 9 Year Old Moscatel Cask Finish (Darkness)