CRN57 Vision Blended Malt vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| CRN57 Vision Blended Malt | Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Gordon & MacPhail | Rock Island |
| Region | Other Scotch | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £34.5 | £44.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
CRN57 Vision Blended Malt
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
CRN57 Vision Blended Malt
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
CRN57 Vision Blended Malt is better value at £35 vs £45.
For beginners: CRN57 Vision Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
CRN57 Vision Blended Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.5 vs £44.5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 £34.5)
Who should buy CRN57?
CRN57 Vision Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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 CRN57 Vision Blended Malt
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition