Rock Island Sherry Edition vs Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£50
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory)
Mortlach
£69
| Rock Island Sherry Edition | Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Mortlach |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 48.2% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £50 | £68.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory)
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Rock Island Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rock Island Sherry Edition is better value at £50 vs £69.
For beginners: Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£50 vs £68.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.9 vs £50)
- −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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Rock Island Sherry Edition
Only Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory)
Where to buy
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange