Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured

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

Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured
DistilleryInvergordonDeanston
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV48%50.2%
Age42 yr23 yr
Price£106.95£159
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner55/100
Value47/100

Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner45/100
Value31/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £107 vs £159.

For beginners: Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£106.95 vs £159)
  • +Longer maturation (42 vs 23 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£159 vs £106.95)

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.

Who should buy Deanston?

Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured 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

Both taste of

Toasted

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

VanillaHoneyMalt Extract

Only Deanston 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Matured

Dried FruitChocolateSherried

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