Monkey 47 Sloe Gin vs The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

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

Monkey 47 Sloe GinThe Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
DistilleryMonkey 47The Gauldrons
RegionCampbeltown
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%50%
AgeNASNAS
Price£48.5£59.5
Rating5.00/5

Monkey 47 Sloe Gin

Smoke72/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner50/100
Value84/100

Monkey 47 Sloe Gin

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Monkey 47 Sloe Gin is better value at £49 vs £60.

For beginners: The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Monkey 47 Sloe Gin

Pros

  • +Intense, complex peat smoke character
  • +More affordable (£48.5 vs £59.5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Challenging for beginners — intense and polarising
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

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 (£59.5 vs £48.5)

Who should buy Monkey?

Monkey 47 Sloe Gin is for peat enthusiasts and experienced whisky lovers who appreciate bold, smoky, medicinal character. If you enjoy Ardbeg or Laphroaig, this is your dram. Not recommended for beginners.

Who should buy The?

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried FruitSherried

Only Monkey 47 Sloe Gin

Cooked FruitMedicinal

Only The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

ChocolateSmokeyToasted

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