Campbeltown 4 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Campbeltown 4 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 4.50
£37
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
| Campbeltown 4 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits | Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Rock Island |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 57% | 46.8% |
| Age | 4 yr | NAS |
| Price | £37.4 | £44.5 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Campbeltown 4 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Campbeltown 4 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Campbeltown 4 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits is better value at £37 vs £45.
For beginners: Campbeltown 4 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Campbeltown 4 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +More affordable (£37.4 vs £44.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.5 vs £37.4)
Who should buy Campbeltown?
Campbeltown 4 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Campbeltown 4 Year Old 2014 - North Star Spirits
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition