Rock Island Sherry Edition vs Mortlach 14 Year Old 1998 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Rock Island Sherry EditionMortlach 14 Year Old 1998 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
DistilleryRock IslandMortlach
RegionIslandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.8%46%
AgeNAS14 yr
Price£50£79.68
Rating5.00/5

Rock Island Sherry Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Mortlach 14 Year Old 1998 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness49/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Rock Island Sherry Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 14 Year Old 1998 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Rock Island Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Rock Island Sherry Edition is better value at £50 vs £80.

For beginners: Mortlach 14 Year Old 1998 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (65/100 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 £79.68)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Mortlach 14 Year Old 1998 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£79.68 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 14 Year Old 1998 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Nutty

Only Rock Island Sherry Edition

SherriedDried FruitSmokeySandy

Only Mortlach 14 Year Old 1998 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

ToastedMalt ExtractHoney

Where to buy

Rock Island Sherry Edition

Mortlach 14 Year Old 1998 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)

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