Very Old Barton (50%) vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Very Old Barton (50%) | Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Barton Distilling Company | Rock Island |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £40.95 | £44.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Very Old Barton (50%)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Very Old Barton (50%)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Very Old Barton (50%) is better value at £41 vs £45.
For beginners: Very Old Barton (50%) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Very Old Barton (50%)
Pros
- +More affordable (£40.95 vs £44.5)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Rock Oyster Sherry 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
- −More expensive (£44.5 vs £40.95)
Who should buy Very?
Very Old Barton (50%) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Who should buy Rock?
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition 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 Very Old Barton (50%)
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition