Rock Oyster Sherry Edition vs Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Blair Athol
£46
| Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Blair Athol |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £44.5 | £46.02 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is better value at £45 vs £46.
For beginners: Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman 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 affordable (£44.5 vs £46.02)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.02 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 Blair?
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Only Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman