Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl
Abingdon Distillery
£38
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
| Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl | Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Abingdon Distillery | Rock Island |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £37.99 | £44.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl is better value at £38 vs £45.
For beginners: Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£37.99 vs £44.5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £37.99)
Who should buy Abingdon?
Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Abingdon Distillery Apple Brandy, 50cl
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition