Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Port Askaig 16 Year Old
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
Port Askaig 16 Year Old
Port Askaig
★ 4.00
£80
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Port Askaig 16 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Port Askaig |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 45.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £79.8 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Port Askaig 16 Year Old
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Port Askaig 16 Year Old
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Port Askaig 16 Year Old is better value at £80 vs £83.
For beginners: Port Askaig 16 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £79.8)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Askaig 16 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£79.8 vs £82.95)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Port?
Port Askaig 16 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only Port Askaig 16 Year Old