Blair Athol 11 Year Old 2009 (Parcel No.5) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blair Athol 11 Year Old 2009 (Parcel No.5) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Blair Athol
£60
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
| Blair Athol 11 Year Old 2009 (Parcel No.5) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) | Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blair Athol | Rock Island |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £59.95 | £44.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blair Athol 11 Year Old 2009 (Parcel No.5) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Blair Athol 11 Year Old 2009 (Parcel No.5) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is better value at £45 vs £60.
For beginners: Blair Athol 11 Year Old 2009 (Parcel No.5) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Blair Athol 11 Year Old 2009 (Parcel No.5) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.95 vs £44.5)
- −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 affordable (£44.5 vs £59.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Blair?
Blair Athol 11 Year Old 2009 (Parcel No.5) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Blair Athol 11 Year Old 2009 (Parcel No.5) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition