Rock Island Sherry Edition vs Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Rock Island Sherry EditionIslay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryRock IslandThat Boutique-y Whisky Company
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.8%49.2%
AgeNAS7 yr
Price£50£47.95
Rating5.00/5

Rock Island Sherry Edition

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

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Rock Island Sherry Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £48 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 £47.95)

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£47.95 vs £50)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Islay?

Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

Smokey

Only Rock Island Sherry Edition

SherriedDried FruitSandyNutty

Only Islay #3 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Fresh FruitOily

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