Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Caol Ila
£37
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
| Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) | Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Rock Island |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £36.58 | £44.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is better value at £37 vs £45.
For beginners: Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£36.58 vs £44.5)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 £36.58)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (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 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
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Only Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange