Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 8672) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 8672) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryClynelishInvergordon
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV55.5%47.7%
Age21 yr42 yr
Price£132£99.95
Rating5.00/5

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 8672) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

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

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

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 8672) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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 £132.

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

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 8672) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£132 vs £99.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 8672) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 - 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

Old WoodOily

Only Clynelish 21 Year Old 1995 (cask 8672) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

LeatheryTobacco

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

VanillaNuttyHoney

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