Arran (Peated) 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 3447) - (Adelphi) vs Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Arran (Peated) 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 3447) - (Adelphi)
Arran
£121
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£100
| Arran (Peated) 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 3447) - (Adelphi) | Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Arran | Invergordon |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 57.1% | 47.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 42 yr |
| Price | £120.84 | £99.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Arran (Peated) 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 3447) - (Adelphi)
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Arran (Peated) 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 3447) - (Adelphi)
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 £121.
For beginners: Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Arran (Peated) 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 3447) - (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£120.84 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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Arran?
Arran (Peated) 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 3447) - (Adelphi) 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
Only Arran (Peated) 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 3447) - (Adelphi)
Only Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)