Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Burnside 27 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

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

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Burnside 27 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
DistilleryInvergordonWM Cadenhead
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV47.7%46.5%
Age42 yr27 yr
Price£99.95£121.59
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Burnside 27 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Burnside 27 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £122.

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

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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Burnside 27 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£121.59 vs £99.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Burnside?

Burnside 27 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodNutty

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

OilyVanillaHoney

Only Burnside 27 Year Old 1989 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Dried FruitToasted

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