The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - The Castles of Scotland (Braemar) - 1980s vs Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - The Castles of Scotland (Braemar) - 1980s
The Glenlivet
£150
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£107
| The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - The Castles of Scotland (Braemar) - 1980s | Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Glenlivet | Invergordon |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | 42 yr |
| Price | £150 | £106.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - The Castles of Scotland (Braemar) - 1980s
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - The Castles of Scotland (Braemar) - 1980s
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 £150.
For beginners: The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - The Castles of Scotland (Braemar) - 1980s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - The Castles of Scotland (Braemar) - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 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 £150)
- +Longer maturation (42 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy The?
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - The Castles of Scotland (Braemar) - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
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
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