Ardmore 12 Year Old - Living Souls vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ardmore 12 Year Old - Living SoulsRock Oyster Sherry Edition
DistilleryArdmoreRock Island
RegionHighlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46.8%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£46.95£44.5
Rating5.00/5

Ardmore 12 Year Old - Living Souls

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Ardmore 12 Year Old - Living Souls

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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: Ardmore 12 Year Old - Living Souls is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Ardmore 12 Year Old - Living Souls

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£46.95 vs £44.5)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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

Who should buy Ardmore?

Ardmore 12 Year Old - Living Souls suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Ardmore 12 Year Old - Living Souls

Cooked MashOily

Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

SherriedCitricDried Fruit

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