Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.) vs Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.)Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s
DistilleryInvergordonHaller's
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeGrainBlended
ABV42%43%
Age48 yr8 yr
Price£270£240
Rating5.00/5

Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner85/100
Value21/100

Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is better value at £240 vs £270.

For beginners: Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (48 vs 8 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£270 vs £240)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

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 Invergordon?

Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Haller’s?

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s 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

VanillaHoney

Only Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.)

Old WoodMalt ExtractNutty

Only Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

ToastedTobaccoOily

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