Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits vs Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 - North Star SpiritsInvergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryLoch LomondInvergordon
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV52.1%47.7%
Age15 yr42 yr
Price£80.98£99.95
Rating5.00/5

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

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

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

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).

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits is better value at £81 vs £100.

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

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£80.98 vs £99.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
  • 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

  • More expensive (£99.95 vs £80.98)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Inchfad?

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits 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

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

SmokeySherriedDried FruitLeathery

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

OilyVanillaNuttyHoney

Where to buy

Inchfad 15 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

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

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