Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) vs Wire Works Amarone Wine (2025 Release)
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
Wire Works Amarone Wine (2025 Release)
White Peak Distillery
£72
| Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) | Wire Works Amarone Wine (2025 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | White Peak Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 53.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £82.95 | £71.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Wire Works Amarone Wine (2025 Release)
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Wire Works Amarone Wine (2025 Release)
Quick verdict
Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Wire Works Amarone Wine (2025 Release) is better value at £72 vs £83.
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £71.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Wire Works Amarone Wine (2025 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£71.95 vs £82.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
- −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 Wire?
Wire Works Amarone Wine (2025 Release) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 300865) - Folk (Fable Whisky)
Only Wire Works Amarone Wine (2025 Release)