Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Mauricio Lorca Ancestral Red Blend 2019
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
Mauricio Lorca Ancestral Red Blend 2019
Lorca
£93
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Mauricio Lorca Ancestral Red Blend 2019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Lorca |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 54.9% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £82.95 | £92.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Mauricio Lorca Ancestral Red Blend 2019
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Mauricio Lorca Ancestral Red Blend 2019
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 £93.
For beginners: Mauricio Lorca Ancestral Red Blend 2019 is more approachable (65/100 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 £92.75)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mauricio Lorca Ancestral Red Blend 2019
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£92.75 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 Mauricio?
Mauricio Lorca Ancestral Red Blend 2019 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 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only Mauricio Lorca Ancestral Red Blend 2019