Rock Oyster Sherry Edition vs Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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

Rock Oyster Sherry EditionUnnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryRock IslandSignatory
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.8%46%
AgeNAS14 yr
Price£44.5£44.95
Rating5.00/5

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition is better value at £45 vs £45.

For beginners: Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£44.5 vs £44.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£44.95 vs £44.5)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Unnamed?

Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Rock Oyster Sherry Edition

SherriedSmokeyCitricDried Fruit

Only Unnamed Speyside 13 Year Old 2007 (cask DRU17/A190#9) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractToastedOld Wood

Explore more