Glen Scotia 18 Year Old vs Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 18 Year Old
Glen Scotia
★ 3.56
£130
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£100
| Glen Scotia 18 Year Old | Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Invergordon |
| Region | Campbeltown | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 47.7% |
| Age | 18 yr | 42 yr |
| Price | £129.95 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 3.56/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 18 Year Old
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Scotia 18 Year Old
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 3.56).
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £130.
For beginners: Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 18 Year Old
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£129.95 vs £99.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.6 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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown 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 Glen Scotia 18 Year Old
Only Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Glen Scotia 18 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange