Edradour 11 Year Old 2002 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask 58.5% vs Rock Island Sherry Edition

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

Edradour 11 Year Old 2002 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask 58.5%Rock Island Sherry Edition
DistilleryEdradourRock Island
RegionHighlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV58.5%46.8%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£50.52£50
Rating5.00/5

Edradour 11 Year Old 2002 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask 58.5%

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Rock Island Sherry Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Edradour 11 Year Old 2002 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask 58.5%

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rock Island Sherry Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Rock Island Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Rock Island Sherry Edition is better value at £50 vs £51.

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

Edradour 11 Year Old 2002 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask 58.5%

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£50.52 vs £50)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Rock Island Sherry Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£50 vs £50.52)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Edradour?

Edradour 11 Year Old 2002 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask 58.5% 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 Island 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 2002 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cask Finish - Straight From The Cask 58.5%

Cooked FruitVanillaHoneyToasted

Only Rock Island Sherry Edition

Dried FruitSmokeySandyNutty

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