Edradour 13 Year Old 2002 Barolo Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 13 Year Old 2002 Barolo Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask
Edradour
£51
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
| Edradour 13 Year Old 2002 Barolo Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask | Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Rock Island |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 56.4% | 46.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £50.63 | £44.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 13 Year Old 2002 Barolo Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Edradour 13 Year Old 2002 Barolo Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is better value at £45 vs £51.
For beginners: Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Edradour 13 Year Old 2002 Barolo Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£50.63 vs £44.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£44.5 vs £50.63)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 13 Year Old 2002 Barolo Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask 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.
Who should buy Rock?
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
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