Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory) vs Rock Island Sherry Edition

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

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory)Rock Island Sherry Edition
DistilleryMortlachRock Island
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV48.2%46.8%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£68.9£50
Rating5.00/5

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Rock Island Sherry Edition

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

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory)

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 £69.

For beginners: Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£68.9 vs £50)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 £68.9)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory) 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 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

SherriedDried FruitNutty

Only Mortlach 11 Year Old 2012 - Small Batch Edition #1 (Signatory)

ChocolateToasted

Only Rock Island Sherry Edition

SmokeySandy

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