Gulliver's 47 Toasted & Re-charred Edition vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Gulliver's 47 Toasted & Re-charred Edition
Samuel Gulliver & Co
★ 4.50
£58
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
| Gulliver's 47 Toasted & Re-charred Edition | Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Samuel Gulliver & Co | Rock Island |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 46.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £57.55 | £44.5 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Gulliver's 47 Toasted & Re-charred Edition
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Gulliver's 47 Toasted & Re-charred Edition
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is better value at £45 vs £58.
For beginners: Gulliver's 47 Toasted & Re-charred Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Gulliver's 47 Toasted & Re-charred Edition
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.55 vs £44.5)
- −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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£44.5 vs £57.55)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Gulliver's?
Gulliver's 47 Toasted & Re-charred Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Gulliver's 47 Toasted & Re-charred Edition
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition