Linkwood 31 Year Old - Lady Macduff (The Macbeth Collection) vs Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 31 Year Old - Lady Macduff (The Macbeth Collection)
Linkwood
£715
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£499
| Linkwood 31 Year Old - Lady Macduff (The Macbeth Collection) | Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Talisker |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 45.8% |
| Age | 31 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £714.95 | £499 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 31 Year Old - Lady Macduff (The Macbeth Collection)
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Linkwood 31 Year Old - Lady Macduff (The Macbeth Collection)
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Quick verdict
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) is better value at £499 vs £715.
For beginners: Linkwood 31 Year Old - Lady Macduff (The Macbeth Collection) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 31 Year Old - Lady Macduff (The Macbeth Collection)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£714.95 vs £499)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£499 vs £714.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 31 Year Old - Lady Macduff (The Macbeth Collection) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Linkwood 31 Year Old - Lady Macduff (The Macbeth Collection)
Only Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)