Rock Island Sherry Edition vs Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #34 (Signatory)

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

Rock Island Sherry EditionMortlach 11 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #34 (Signatory)
DistilleryRock IslandMortlach
RegionIslandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.8%57.1%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£50£46.95
Rating5.00/5

Rock Island Sherry Edition

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

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #34 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness44/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Rock Island Sherry Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #34 (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #34 (Signatory) is better value at £47 vs £50.

For beginners: Rock Island Sherry Edition is more approachable (50/100 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 £46.95)

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #34 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£46.95 vs £50)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • 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 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #34 (Signatory) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried FruitNutty

Only Rock Island Sherry Edition

SmokeySandy

Only Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #34 (Signatory)

Cooked FruitToasted

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