Filliers Dry Gin 28 / Small Batch vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

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

Filliers Dry Gin 28 / Small BatchRock Oyster Sherry Edition
DistilleryFilliersRock Island
RegionIsland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%46.8%
AgeNASNAS
Price£32.5£44.5
Rating5.00/5

Filliers Dry Gin 28 / Small Batch

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

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

Filliers Dry Gin 28 / Small Batch

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Filliers Dry Gin 28 / Small Batch is better value at £33 vs £45.

For beginners: Filliers Dry Gin 28 / Small Batch is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Filliers Dry Gin 28 / Small Batch

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£32.5 vs £44.5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 £32.5)

Who should buy Filliers?

Filliers Dry Gin 28 / Small Batch suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Both taste of

Citric

Only Filliers Dry Gin 28 / Small Batch

Fresh FruitFragant

Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

SherriedSmokeyDried Fruit

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