Rock Island Sherry Edition vs Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2005 (casks 301521, 301523, 301524 & 301527) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£50
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2005 (casks 301521, 301523, 301524 & 301527) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail)
Caol Ila
£47
| Rock Island Sherry Edition | Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2005 (casks 301521, 301523, 301524 & 301527) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Caol Ila |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 57.3% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £50 | £47.21 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2005 (casks 301521, 301523, 301524 & 301527) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail)
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2005 (casks 301521, 301523, 301524 & 301527) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Rock Island Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2005 (casks 301521, 301523, 301524 & 301527) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 £47.21)
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2005 (casks 301521, 301523, 301524 & 301527) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£47.21 vs £50)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −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 Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2005 (casks 301521, 301523, 301524 & 301527) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail) 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
Only Rock Island Sherry Edition
Only Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2005 (casks 301521, 301523, 301524 & 301527) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2005 (casks 301521, 301523, 301524 & 301527) - Cask Strength (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange