Rock Island Sherry Edition vs Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£50
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 4.00
£50
| Rock Island Sherry Edition | Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Mortlach |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £50 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt)
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Rock Island Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt) is better value at £50 vs £50.
For beginners: Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt) 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£50 vs £49.95)
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £50)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 9 Year Old 2013 Father of Malt (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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