Invergordon 44 Year Old 1972 (cask 57161) - Archive (Adelphi) vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 44 Year Old 1972 (cask 57161) - Archive (Adelphi)
Invergordon
£365
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Invergordon 44 Year Old 1972 (cask 57161) - Archive (Adelphi) | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42.2% | 43% |
| Age | 44 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £365 | £350 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 44 Year Old 1972 (cask 57161) - Archive (Adelphi)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Invergordon 44 Year Old 1972 (cask 57161) - Archive (Adelphi)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £350 vs £365.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 44 Year Old 1972 (cask 57161) - Archive (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (44 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£365 vs £350)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£350 vs £365)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 44 Year Old 1972 (cask 57161) - Archive (Adelphi) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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