Bowmore 12 Year Old / Old Presentation Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 12 Year Old / Old Presentation Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Bowmore
£175
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£107
| Bowmore 12 Year Old / Old Presentation Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Invergordon |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | 42 yr |
| Price | £175 | £106.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 12 Year Old / Old Presentation Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bowmore 12 Year Old / Old Presentation Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £107 vs £175.
For beginners: Bowmore 12 Year Old / Old Presentation Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 12 Year Old / Old Presentation Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£175 vs £106.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£106.95 vs £175)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 12 Year Old / Old Presentation Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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.
Tasting notes
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