Inchgower 11 Year Old 2005 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) vs Rock Island Sherry Edition

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

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2005 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)Rock Island Sherry Edition
DistilleryInchgowerRock Island
RegionSpeysideIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV59.8%46.8%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£60.78£50
Rating5.00/5

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2005 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Rock Island Sherry Edition

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

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2005 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)

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 £61.

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

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2005 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£60.78 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 £60.78)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Inchgower?

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2005 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) 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

Smokey

Only Inchgower 11 Year Old 2005 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)

KipperyOld WoodLeatheryMedicinal

Only Rock Island Sherry Edition

SherriedDried FruitSandyNutty

Where to buy

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2005 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)

Rock Island Sherry Edition

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