Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 15012) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) vs Green Spot Château Montelena

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

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 15012) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)Green Spot Château Montelena
DistilleryInvergordonSpot Whiskey
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeGrainSingle Pot Still
ABV51.6%46%
Age30 yrNAS
Price£117.53£71.5
Rating2.75/55.00/5

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 15012) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner45/100
Value23/100

Green Spot Château Montelena

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value70/100

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 15012) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Green Spot Château Montelena

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Green Spot Château Montelena is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.75).

Green Spot Château Montelena is better value at £72 vs £118.

For beginners: Green Spot Château Montelena is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 15012) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (51.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£117.53 vs £71.5)
  • Lower community rating (2.8 vs 5.0)

Green Spot Château Montelena

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£71.5 vs £117.53)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Invergordon?

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 15012) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing) 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 Green?

Green Spot Château Montelena suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still character.

Tasting notes

Only Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 15012) - The Sovereign (Hunter Laing)

Old WoodVanillaNuttyOilyToasted

Only Green Spot Château Montelena

SherriedFresh FruitCooked FruitHoney

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