Rock Oyster Sherry Edition vs Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 9+10+13+21) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 9+10+13+21) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Signatory
£43
| Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 9+10+13+21) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Signatory |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £44.5 | £43.22 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 9+10+13+21) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 9+10+13+21) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 9+10+13+21) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £43 vs £45.
For beginners: Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 9+10+13+21) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 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 £43.22)
Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 9+10+13+21) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£43.22 vs £44.5)
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 Unnamed?
Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 9+10+13+21) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Only Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU17/A67 9+10+13+21) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)