Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Invergordon 1990 (bottled 2019) (cask 906322) - Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)

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

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)Invergordon 1990 (bottled 2019) (cask 906322) - Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)
DistilleryInchgowerInvergordon
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV50%52.9%
Age16 yrNAS
Price£99£149
Rating5.00/5

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Smoke66/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner50/100
Value51/100

Invergordon 1990 (bottled 2019) (cask 906322) - Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Invergordon 1990 (bottled 2019) (cask 906322) - Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is better value at £99 vs £149.

For beginners: Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£99 vs £149)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Invergordon 1990 (bottled 2019) (cask 906322) - Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£149 vs £99)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Inchgower?

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Who should buy Invergordon?

Invergordon 1990 (bottled 2019) (cask 906322) - Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati) 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

HoneyToasted

Only Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

SherriedDried FruitKipperyLeathery

Only Invergordon 1990 (bottled 2019) (cask 906322) - Alba Series (Whisky Illuminati)

Malt ExtractVanilla

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