Rock Island 21 Year Old vs Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£100
Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2013
Thomas H. Handy
★ 5.00
£126
| Rock Island 21 Year Old | Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rock Island | Thomas H. Handy |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 46.8% | 66.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £99.62 | £125.86 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2013
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2013
Quick verdict
Rock Island 21 Year Old is better value at £100 vs £126.
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
- +More affordable (£99.62 vs £125.86)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2013
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (66.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£125.86 vs £99.62)
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 Thomas?
Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2013 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Rock Island 21 Year Old
Only Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2013