Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Girvan
£47
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
| Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) | Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Girvan | Rock Island |
| Region | Lowland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £46.95 | £44.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is better value at £45 vs £47.
For beginners: Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £44.5)
- −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 affordable (£44.5 vs £46.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Girvan?
Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid) 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 Girvan 12 Year Old 2007 (casks 700015 & 15A) - Select Grain (Murray McDavid)
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition