Rock Island Sherry Edition vs Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800118 & 800134) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£50
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800118 & 800134) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Clynelish
£38
| Rock Island Sherry Edition | Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800118 & 800134) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Clynelish |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £50 | £37.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800118 & 800134) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800118 & 800134) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Rock Island Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800118 & 800134) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £38 vs £50.
For beginners: Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800118 & 800134) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Rock Island 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 (£50 vs £37.95)
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800118 & 800134) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£37.95 vs £50)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Rock?
Rock Island Sherry Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800118 & 800134) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Rock Island Sherry Edition
Only Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800118 & 800134) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)