Glen Spey 14 Year Old 2007 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) vs Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 14 Year Old 2007 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Glen Spey
£110
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£107
| Glen Spey 14 Year Old 2007 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) | Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | Invergordon |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 50.1% | 48% |
| Age | 14 yr | 42 yr |
| Price | £109.9 | £106.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 14 Year Old 2007 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Spey 14 Year Old 2007 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £107 vs £110.
For beginners: Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 14 Year Old 2007 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (50.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.9 vs £106.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£106.95 vs £109.9)
- +Longer maturation (42 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Spey 14 Year Old 2007 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 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.
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Spey 14 Year Old 2007 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
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