Rock Island Sherry Edition vs Edradour 11 Year Old 2002 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask 58.5%

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

Rock Island Sherry EditionEdradour 11 Year Old 2002 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask 58.5%
DistilleryRock IslandEdradour
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.8%58.5%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£50£50.52
Rating5.00/5

Rock Island Sherry Edition

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

Edradour 11 Year Old 2002 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask 58.5%

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Rock Island Sherry Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Edradour 11 Year Old 2002 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask 58.5%

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 £51.

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 affordable (£50 vs £50.52)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Edradour 11 Year Old 2002 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask 58.5%

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£50.52 vs £50)
  • 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 Edradour?

Edradour 11 Year Old 2002 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask 58.5% 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

Sherried

Only Rock Island Sherry Edition

Dried FruitSmokeySandyNutty

Only Edradour 11 Year Old 2002 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask 58.5%

Cooked FruitVanillaHoneyToasted

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