Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged | Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dewar's | Rock Island |
| Region | Other Scotch | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £38.5 | £44.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged is better value at £39 vs £45.
For beginners: Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£38.5 vs £44.5)
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.5 vs £38.5)
Who should buy Dewar's?
Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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
Only Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition