The Lakes Single Malt Signature vs Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

The Lakes Single Malt SignatureInvergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryThe Lakes DistilleryInvergordon
RegionHighland
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV47%47.7%
AgeNAS42 yr
Price£85£99.95
Rating5.00/5

The Lakes Single Malt Signature

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

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

The Lakes Single Malt Signature

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).

The Lakes Single Malt Signature is better value at £85 vs £100.

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

The Lakes Single Malt Signature

Pros

  • +More affordable (£85 vs £99.95)

Cons

  • 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

  • More expensive (£99.95 vs £85)

Who should buy The?

The Lakes Single Malt Signature suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 The Lakes Single Malt Signature

SherriedChocolateDried FruitToastedMalt Extract

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

Old WoodOilyVanillaNuttyHoney

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