Rock Oyster Sherry Edition vs Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ezra Brooks
★ 5.00
£41
| Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Ezra Brooks |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46.8% | 49.5% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £44.5 | £41.09 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Quick verdict
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £41 vs £45.
For beginners: Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.5 vs £41.09)
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +More affordable (£41.09 vs £44.5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Ezra?
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Only Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey