Edradour 11 Year Old 2000 Burgundy Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 57.1% vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

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

Edradour 11 Year Old 2000 Burgundy Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 57.1%Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
DistilleryEdradourRock Island
RegionHighlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV57.5%46.8%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£48.95£44.5
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Edradour 11 Year Old 2000 Burgundy Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 57.1%

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner40/100
Value82/100

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

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

Edradour 11 Year Old 2000 Burgundy Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 57.1%

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is better value at £45 vs £49.

For beginners: Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Edradour 11 Year Old 2000 Burgundy Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 57.1%

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£48.95 vs £44.5)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£44.5 vs £48.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Edradour?

Edradour 11 Year Old 2000 Burgundy Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 57.1% 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 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

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Edradour 11 Year Old 2000 Burgundy Cask Finish - Straight from the Cask 57.1%

Cooked FruitChocolateToastedOld Wood

Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

SmokeyCitricDried Fruit

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