Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) vs Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Kilkerran
★ 5.00
£48
Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Rock Island
£39
| Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) | Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kilkerran | Rock Island |
| Region | Campbeltown | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 48.4% |
| Age | 8 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £47.95 | £38.88 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £39 vs £48.
For beginners: Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.95 vs £38.88)
Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£38.88 vs £47.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Kilkerran?
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) 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's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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
Only Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Only Rock Island's Finest 6 Year Old 2017 (cask 18254) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)