Smögen 6 Year Old 2011 - 6/6 vs Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Smögen 6 Year Old 2011 - 6/6Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistillerySmögenInvergordon
RegionHighland
CountrySwedenScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV59.2%48%
Age6 yr42 yr
Price£163.2£106.95
Rating5.00/5

Smögen 6 Year Old 2011 - 6/6

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

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

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner55/100
Value47/100

Smögen 6 Year Old 2011 - 6/6

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £163.

For beginners: Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Smögen 6 Year Old 2011 - 6/6

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£163.2 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 £163.2)
  • +Longer maturation (42 vs 6 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Smögen?

Smögen 6 Year Old 2011 - 6/6 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 (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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Smögen 6 Year Old 2011 - 6/6

SmokeyCooked FruitNew Wood

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

VanillaHoneyMalt Extract

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