Rock Oyster Sherry Edition vs Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Glen Elgin
£42
| Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Glen Elgin |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £44.5 | £41.86 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £42 vs £45.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - 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 £41.86)
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£41.86 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 Glen?
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - 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 Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 (casks 806369, 806378 & 806379) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)