Mars Tsunuki 2022 Edition vs Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Mars Tsunuki 2022 EditionInvergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryMarsInvergordon
RegionHighland
CountryJapanScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV50%47.7%
AgeNAS42 yr
Price£129.9£99.95
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Mars Tsunuki 2022 Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner55/100
Value31/100

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

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

Mars Tsunuki 2022 Edition

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 rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £130.

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

Mars Tsunuki 2022 Edition

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£129.9 vs £99.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)

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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Mars?

Mars Tsunuki 2022 Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

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

Both taste of

Vanilla

Only Mars Tsunuki 2022 Edition

New WoodMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

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

Old WoodOilyNuttyHoney

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