Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tobermory
£174
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£107
| Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Invergordon |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 56.7% | 48% |
| Age | 21 yr | 42 yr |
| Price | £173.95 | £106.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £107 vs £174.
For beginners: Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£173.95 vs £106.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£106.95 vs £173.95)
- +Longer maturation (42 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 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 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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