Daftmill 2008 (cask 025/2008) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Daftmill 2008 (cask 025/2008) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Daftmill
★ 5.00
£150
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£100
| Daftmill 2008 (cask 025/2008) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Daftmill | Invergordon |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 56.6% | 47.7% |
| Age | 13 yr | 42 yr |
| Price | £150 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Daftmill 2008 (cask 025/2008) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Daftmill 2008 (cask 025/2008) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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 better value at £100 vs £150.
For beginners: Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Daftmill 2008 (cask 025/2008) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150 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 £150)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Daftmill?
Daftmill 2008 (cask 025/2008) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
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Only Daftmill 2008 (cask 025/2008) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)