Deanston 21 Year Old 1996 (casks 600009 & 10) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) vs Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 21 Year Old 1996 (casks 600009 & 10) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Deanston
★ 5.00
£123
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£100
| Deanston 21 Year Old 1996 (casks 600009 & 10) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) | Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Invergordon |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 47.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 42 yr |
| Price | £122.95 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Deanston 21 Year Old 1996 (casks 600009 & 10) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Deanston 21 Year Old 1996 (casks 600009 & 10) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
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 better value at £100 vs £123.
For beginners: Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Deanston 21 Year Old 1996 (casks 600009 & 10) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£122.95 vs £99.95)
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
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £122.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 21 Year Old 1996 (casks 600009 & 10) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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
Both taste of
Only Deanston 21 Year Old 1996 (casks 600009 & 10) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Only Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)