Linkwood 11 Year Old 2008 (Master of Malt) vs Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 11 Year Old 2008 (Master of Malt)
Linkwood
★ 4.60
£35
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£45
| Linkwood 11 Year Old 2008 (Master of Malt) | Rock Oyster Sherry Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Rock Island |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46.7% | 46.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £34.95 | £44.5 |
| Rating | 4.60/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 11 Year Old 2008 (Master of Malt)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Linkwood 11 Year Old 2008 (Master of Malt)
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Quick verdict
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.60).
Linkwood 11 Year Old 2008 (Master of Malt) is better value at £35 vs £45.
For beginners: Linkwood 11 Year Old 2008 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 11 Year Old 2008 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £44.5)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Rock Oyster Sherry Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.5 vs £34.95)
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 11 Year Old 2008 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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 Linkwood 11 Year Old 2008 (Master of Malt)
Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition