Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) vs Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryBruichladdichInvergordon
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV50%47.7%
Age9 yr42 yr
Price£124.95£99.95
Rating5.00/5

Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

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

Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)

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).

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £125.

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

Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£124.95 vs £99.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Port?

Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

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

Oily

Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)

SmokeyLeatheryMedicinal

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

Old WoodVanillaNuttyHoney

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