Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Willowbank 18 Year Old (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£100
Willowbank 18 Year Old (Master of Malt)
Willowbank
★ 5.00
£160
| Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Willowbank 18 Year Old (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Willowbank |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | New Zealand |
| Type | Grain | Blended |
| ABV | 47.7% | 56.5% |
| Age | 42 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £159.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Willowbank 18 Year Old (Master of Malt)
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Willowbank 18 Year Old (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £160.
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
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £159.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Willowbank 18 Year Old (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£159.95 vs £99.95)
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 Willowbank?
Willowbank 18 Year Old (Master of Malt) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
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