Inchmurrin 12 Year Old 2012 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) vs Rock Island 21 Year Old

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

Inchmurrin 12 Year Old 2012 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)Rock Island 21 Year Old
DistilleryLoch LomondRock Island
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV57.1%46.8%
Age12 yr21 yr
Price£94.95£99.62
Rating5.00/5

Inchmurrin 12 Year Old 2012 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Rock Island 21 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner65/100
Value50/100

Inchmurrin 12 Year Old 2012 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rock Island 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Rock Island 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Inchmurrin 12 Year Old 2012 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) is better value at £95 vs £100.

For beginners: Rock Island 21 Year Old is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Inchmurrin 12 Year Old 2012 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£94.95 vs £99.62)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Rock Island 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£99.62 vs £94.95)

Who should buy Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 12 Year Old 2012 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Who should buy Rock?

Rock Island 21 Year Old suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Inchmurrin 12 Year Old 2012 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Fresh FruitVanillaYeastyMalt Extract

Only Rock Island 21 Year Old

SherriedOld WoodDried FruitSmokey

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