Black Bull 12 Year Old (Duncan Taylor) vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Black Bull 12 Year Old (Duncan Taylor)
Duncan Taylor
★ 4.53
£39
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
| Black Bull 12 Year Old (Duncan Taylor) | Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Duncan Taylor | Rock Island |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £38.5 | £44.5 |
| Rating | 4.53/5 | 5.00/5 |
Black Bull 12 Year Old (Duncan Taylor)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Black Bull 12 Year Old (Duncan Taylor)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.53).
Black Bull 12 Year Old (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £39 vs £45.
For beginners: Black Bull 12 Year Old (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Black Bull 12 Year Old (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£38.5 vs £44.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.5 vs £38.5)
Who should buy Black?
Black Bull 12 Year Old (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
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
Only Black Bull 12 Year Old (Duncan Taylor)
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition