Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) vs Rock Island Sherry Edition

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

Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)Rock Island Sherry Edition
DistilleryLoch LomondRock Island
RegionHighlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46.8%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£48.95£50
Rating5.00/5

Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Rock Island Sherry Edition

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

Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rock Island Sherry Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) is better value at £49 vs £50.

For beginners: Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£48.95 vs £50)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£50 vs £48.95)

Who should buy Inchfad?

Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

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

Smokey

Only Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

Old WoodLeatheryMalt Extract

Only Rock Island Sherry Edition

SherriedDried FruitSandyNutty

Where to buy

Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

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