The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 vs Auchroisk 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 12) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2Auchroisk 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 12) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
DistilleryThe GauldronsAuchroisk
RegionCampbeltownSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%57.4%
AgeNAS11 yr
Price£59.5£50.95
Rating5.00/5

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner50/100
Value84/100

Auchroisk 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 12) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Auchroisk 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 12) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Auchroisk 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 12) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) is better value at £51 vs £60.

For beginners: The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

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 (£59.5 vs £50.95)

Auchroisk 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 12) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£50.95 vs £59.5)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy The?

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Who should buy Auchroisk?

Auchroisk 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 12) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) 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

Toasted

Only The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

SherriedChocolateDried FruitSmokey

Only Auchroisk 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 12) - Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh Fruit

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