Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ezra Brooks
★ 5.00
£41
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
| Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ezra Brooks | Rock Island |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 49.5% | 46.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £41.09 | £44.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Quick verdict
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £41 vs £45.
For beginners: Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +More affordable (£41.09 vs £44.5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.5 vs £41.09)
Who should buy Ezra?
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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 Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition