Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
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
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£65
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £82.95 | £64.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is better value at £65 vs £83.
For beginners: Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £64.9)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£64.9 vs £82.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Timorous?
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish