WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World vs Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
WhistlePig
★ 5.00
£124
Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 (Master of Malt)
Invergordon
£200
| WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World | Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | WhistlePig | Invergordon |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 52.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | 42 yr |
| Price | £124 | £199.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 (Master of Malt)
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is better value at £124 vs £200.
For beginners: WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
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
Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (42 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199.95 vs £124)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy WhistlePig?
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World 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.
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 (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.
Tasting notes
Only WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Only Invergordon 42 Year Old 1973 (Master of Malt)