Rock Island 21 Year Old vs Thinkers Dew Of B’dolah Bourbon

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

Rock Island 21 Year OldThinkers Dew Of B’dolah Bourbon
DistilleryRock IslandK.I. The Israel Distilling Co.
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltBourbon
ABV46.8%47.6%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£99.62£103.95
Rating5.00/5

Rock Island 21 Year Old

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

Thinkers Dew Of B’dolah Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Rock Island 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Thinkers Dew Of B’dolah Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Rock Island 21 Year Old is better value at £100 vs £104.

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

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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Thinkers Dew Of B’dolah Bourbon

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£103.95 vs £99.62)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Thinkers?

Thinkers Dew Of B’dolah Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Rock Island 21 Year Old

SherriedOld WoodDried FruitSmokey

Only Thinkers Dew Of B’dolah Bourbon

VanillaFresh FruitToasted

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