Rock Island Sherry Edition vs Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£50
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Benrinnes
£36
| Rock Island Sherry Edition | Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Benrinnes |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 16 yr |
| Price | £50 | £36.13 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Rock Island Sherry Edition
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Rock Island Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £36 vs £50.
For beginners: Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (75/100 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 £36.13)
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.13 vs £50)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Rock Island Sherry Edition
Only Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)