Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Aultmore
£48
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
| Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aultmore | Rock Island |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46.8% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £47.73 | £44.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is better value at £45 vs £48.
For beginners: Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£47.73 vs £44.5)
- −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 affordable (£44.5 vs £47.73)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Aultmore?
Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition