Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 vs Isle of Raasay The Dùn Cana / Sherry Quarter Cask Island Whisky

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

Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137Isle of Raasay The Dùn Cana / Sherry Quarter Cask Island Whisky
DistilleryCopper Rivet DistilleryIsle of Raasay
Region
CountryEnglandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV56.2%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£47.3£64.95
Rating5.00/5

Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner40/100
Value100/100

Isle of Raasay The Dùn Cana / Sherry Quarter Cask Island Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Isle of Raasay The Dùn Cana / Sherry Quarter Cask Island Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 is better value at £47 vs £65.

For beginners: Isle of Raasay The Dùn Cana / Sherry Quarter Cask Island Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£47.3 vs £64.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Isle of Raasay The Dùn Cana / Sherry Quarter Cask Island Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£64.95 vs £47.3)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Masthouse?

Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 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 Isle?

Isle of Raasay The Dùn Cana / Sherry Quarter Cask Island Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137

YeastyFresh FruitHay-likeMalt ExtractGreen-House

Only Isle of Raasay The Dùn Cana / Sherry Quarter Cask Island Whisky

SherriedDried FruitSmokeyVanillaToasted

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