Rock Oyster Sherry Edition vs Loch Lomond 21 Year Old - Badly Drawn Dogs

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

Rock Oyster Sherry EditionLoch Lomond 21 Year Old - Badly Drawn Dogs
DistilleryRock IslandLoch Lomond
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV46.8%45%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£44.5£36
Rating5.00/5

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

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

Loch Lomond 21 Year Old - Badly Drawn Dogs

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Loch Lomond 21 Year Old - Badly Drawn Dogs

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Loch Lomond 21 Year Old - Badly Drawn Dogs is better value at £36 vs £45.

For beginners: Loch Lomond 21 Year Old - Badly Drawn Dogs is more approachable (75/100 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)

Loch Lomond 21 Year Old - Badly Drawn Dogs

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£36 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 Loch?

Loch Lomond 21 Year Old - Badly Drawn Dogs 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

Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

SherriedSmokeyCitricDried Fruit

Only Loch Lomond 21 Year Old - Badly Drawn Dogs

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyToasted

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