Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryMortlachInvergordon
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV51.8%47.7%
Age15 yr42 yr
Price£133.99£99.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner45/100
Value37/100

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value50/100

Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £134.

For beginners: Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£133.99 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 £133.99)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 - 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

Only Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SherriedToastedDried FruitChocolate

Only Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodOilyVanillaNuttyHoney

Where to buy

Mortlach 15 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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