Ardnahoe 5 Year Old - Inaugural Release vs Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Ardnahoe 5 Year Old - Inaugural ReleaseInvergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryArdnahoeInvergordon
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV50%47.7%
Age5 yr42 yr
Price£120£99.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Ardnahoe 5 Year Old - Inaugural Release

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner45/100
Value42/100

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

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

Ardnahoe 5 Year Old - Inaugural Release

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 better value at £100 vs £120.

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

Ardnahoe 5 Year Old - Inaugural Release

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£120 vs £99.95)

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
  • +More affordable (£99.95 vs £120)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ardnahoe?

Ardnahoe 5 Year Old - Inaugural Release 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

Only Ardnahoe 5 Year Old - Inaugural Release

SmokeySherriedToastedMalt Extract

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

Old WoodOilyVanillaNuttyHoney

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