Bushmills 2012 (bottled 2022) Pomerol Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection vs Rock Island 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bushmills 2012 (bottled 2022) Pomerol Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Bushmills
£120
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£100
| Bushmills 2012 (bottled 2022) Pomerol Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection | Rock Island 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Rock Island |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.2% | 46.8% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £120 | £99.62 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills 2012 (bottled 2022) Pomerol Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Bushmills 2012 (bottled 2022) Pomerol Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Rock Island 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rock Island 21 Year Old is better value at £100 vs £120.
For beginners: Rock Island 21 Year Old is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Bushmills 2012 (bottled 2022) Pomerol Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£120 vs £99.62)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills 2012 (bottled 2022) Pomerol Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection 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 Island 21 Year Old suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Bushmills 2012 (bottled 2022) Pomerol Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Only Rock Island 21 Year Old
Where to buy
Bushmills 2012 (bottled 2022) Pomerol Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange