Rock Oyster Sherry Edition vs Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Girvan
£47
| Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Girvan |
| Region | Island | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £44.5 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is better value at £45 vs £47.
For beginners: Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) 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 £46.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.95 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 Girvan?
Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) 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
Only Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)