Dunville's 1808 Blended Irish Whiskey vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

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

Dunville's 1808 Blended Irish WhiskeyRock Oyster Sherry Edition
DistilleryDunville'sRock Island
RegionIsland
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV40%46.8%
AgeNASNAS
Price£34.25£44.5
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Dunville's 1808 Blended Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner100/100
Value100/100

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Dunville's 1808 Blended Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Dunville's 1808 Blended Irish Whiskey is better value at £34 vs £45.

For beginners: Dunville's 1808 Blended Irish Whiskey is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Dunville's 1808 Blended Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£34.25 vs £44.5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 £34.25)

Who should buy Dunville's?

Dunville's 1808 Blended Irish Whiskey is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 Dunville's 1808 Blended Irish Whiskey

HoneyFresh FruitVanillaYeasty

Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

SherriedSmokeyCitricDried Fruit

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