Talisker 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 19902) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) vs Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Talisker 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 19902) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Talisker
£158
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£100
| Talisker 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 19902) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Invergordon |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 50% | 47.7% |
| Age | 11 yr | 42 yr |
| Price | £158.22 | £99.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Talisker 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 19902) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Talisker 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 19902) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
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 0.00).
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £158.
For beginners: Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Talisker 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 19902) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£158.22 vs £99.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 19902) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) 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 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 Talisker 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 19902) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Only Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)