Compass Box Flaming Heart (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.

Compass Box Flaming Heart (2022 Edition)Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryCompass BoxInvergordon
RegionOther ScotchHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV48.9%47.7%
AgeNAS42 yr
Price£124.9£99.95
Rating5.00/5

Compass Box Flaming Heart (2022 Edition)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

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

Compass Box Flaming Heart (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 0.00).

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £125.

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

Compass Box Flaming Heart (2022 Edition)

Pros

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£124.9 vs £99.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Compass?

Compass Box Flaming Heart (2022 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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

Old Wood

Only Compass Box Flaming Heart (2022 Edition)

SmokeyToastedFresh Fruit

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

OilyVanillaNuttyHoney

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