Rock Oyster Sherry Edition vs Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 307387 & 307404 & 307410) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 307387 & 307404 & 307410) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Dailuaine
£42
| Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 307387 & 307404 & 307410) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Dailuaine |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £44.5 | £41.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 307387 & 307404 & 307410) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 307387 & 307404 & 307410) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 307387 & 307404 & 307410) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £42 vs £45.
For beginners: Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 307387 & 307404 & 307410) - 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 £41.9)
Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 307387 & 307404 & 307410) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£41.9 vs £44.5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Dailuaine?
Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 307387 & 307404 & 307410) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Only Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 307387 & 307404 & 307410) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)