Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Bal Masque 70cl
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
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Bal Masque 70cl
The Lakes Distillery
£120
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Bal Masque 70cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 54.9% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £82.95 | £119.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Bal Masque 70cl
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Bal Masque 70cl
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 £120.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Bal Masque 70cl is more approachable (70/100 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 £119.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Bal Masque 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£119.99 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 The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Editions Bal Masque 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
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