Rock Oyster Sherry Edition vs Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 4094+4096) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 4094+4096) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Mortlach
£43
| Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 4094+4096) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Mortlach |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £44.5 | £43.23 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 4094+4096) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 4094+4096) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 4094+4096) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is better value at £43 vs £45.
For beginners: Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is more approachable (50/100 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 £43.23)
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 4094+4096) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£43.23 vs £44.5)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (casks 4094+4096) - Un-Chillfiltered (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
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