Rock Oyster Sherry Edition vs No. 3 London Dry Gin, 70cl

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

Rock Oyster Sherry EditionNo. 3 London Dry Gin, 70cl
DistilleryRock IslandBerry Bros. & Rudd
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV46.8%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£44.5£36.99
Rating5.00/5

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

No. 3 London Dry Gin, 70cl

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

No. 3 London Dry Gin, 70cl

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

No. 3 London Dry Gin, 70cl is better value at £37 vs £45.

For beginners: No. 3 London Dry Gin, 70cl is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

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 (£44.5 vs £36.99)

No. 3 London Dry Gin, 70cl

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£36.99 vs £44.5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • 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 No.?

No. 3 London Dry Gin, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Citric

Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

SherriedSmokeyDried Fruit

Only No. 3 London Dry Gin, 70cl

Hay-likeFresh Fruit

Explore more