Rock Oyster Sherry Edition vs Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Linkwood
£53
| Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Linkwood |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £44.5 | £53.22 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is better value at £45 vs £53.
For beginners: Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£44.5 vs £53.22)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£53.22 vs £44.5)
- −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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 11 Year Old 2012 (casks 102 & 103) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
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