Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Mac-Talla Strata

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

Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)Mac-Talla Strata
DistilleryInchgowerMac-Talla
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.2%46%
Age17 yr15 yr
Price£88.95£80.95
Rating5.00/5

Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Mac-Talla Strata

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value62/100

Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mac-Talla Strata

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mac-Talla Strata is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Mac-Talla Strata is better value at £81 vs £89.

For beginners: Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (17 vs 15 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£88.95 vs £80.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Mac-Talla Strata

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£80.95 vs £88.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Inchgower?

Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Who should buy Mac-Talla?

Mac-Talla Strata suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Cooked FruitHoney

Only Mac-Talla Strata

SmokeyFresh FruitMedicinalSandy

Where to buy

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Mac-Talla Strata

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