Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory) vs The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory)
Linkwood
£40
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
The Epicurean
★ 5.00
£48
| Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory) | The Epicurean Glasgow Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | The Epicurean |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 58.6% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.55 | £47.89 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory)
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory)
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Quick verdict
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory) is better value at £40 vs £48.
For beginners: Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.55 vs £47.89)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.89 vs £39.55)
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 656+657) (Signatory) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy The?
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition 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
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