Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Old Orkney Whisky 13 Year Old 2009 (Decadent Drinks)
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
Old Orkney Whisky 13 Year Old 2009 (Decadent Drinks)
Unknown Origin Whisky
£94
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Old Orkney Whisky 13 Year Old 2009 (Decadent Drinks) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Unknown Origin Whisky |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £94 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Old Orkney Whisky 13 Year Old 2009 (Decadent Drinks)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Old Orkney Whisky 13 Year Old 2009 (Decadent Drinks)
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 £94.
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 £94)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Old Orkney Whisky 13 Year Old 2009 (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£94 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 Old?
Old Orkney Whisky 13 Year Old 2009 (Decadent Drinks) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only Old Orkney Whisky 13 Year Old 2009 (Decadent Drinks)