Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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
Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£85
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 45.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £84.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is better value at £83 vs £85.
For beginners: Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £84.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.95 vs £82.95)
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 Peated?
Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only Peated Highland Whisky 18 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)