Strathmill 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 12811) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) vs Rock Island Tequila Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Strathmill 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 12811) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Strathmill
£44
Rock Island Tequila Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£61
| Strathmill 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 12811) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | Rock Island Tequila Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Strathmill | Rock Island |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £43.95 | £60.75 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Strathmill 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 12811) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Rock Island Tequila Edition
Strathmill 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 12811) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Rock Island Tequila Edition
Quick verdict
Rock Island Tequila Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Strathmill 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 12811) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is better value at £44 vs £61.
For beginners: Strathmill 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 12811) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Strathmill 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 12811) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£43.95 vs £60.75)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Rock Island Tequila Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£60.75 vs £43.95)
Who should buy Strathmill?
Strathmill 9 Year Old 2009 (cask 12811) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Rock?
Rock Island Tequila Edition suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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