Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Rock Island Sherry Edition

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

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)Rock Island Sherry Edition
DistilleryCaol IlaRock Island
RegionIslayIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46.8%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£48.95£50
Rating5.00/5

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Rock Island Sherry Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rock Island Sherry Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Rock Island Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £49 vs £50.

For beginners: Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£48.95 vs £50)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Rock Island 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 (£50 vs £48.95)

Who should buy Caol?

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Who should buy Rock?

Rock Island 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 Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

MedicinalOilyCoal-gas

Only Rock Island Sherry Edition

SherriedDried FruitSandyNutty

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