Yamazaki 12 Year Old vs Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki 12 Year Old
Yamazaki
★ 4.37
£140
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£100
| Yamazaki 12 Year Old | Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Invergordon |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 47.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 42 yr |
| Price | £139.95 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 4.37/5 | 5.00/5 |
Yamazaki 12 Year Old
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Yamazaki 12 Year Old
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.37).
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £140.
For beginners: Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Yamazaki 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£139.95 vs £99.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Yamazaki?
Yamazaki 12 Year Old 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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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Only Yamazaki 12 Year Old
Only Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)