Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Mac-Talla Strata
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Inchgower
£89

Mac-Talla Strata
Mac-Talla
★ 5.00
£81
| Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | Mac-Talla Strata | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Mac-Talla |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.2% | 46% |
| Age | 17 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £88.95 | £80.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Mac-Talla Strata
Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Mac-Talla Strata
Quick verdict
Mac-Talla Strata is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mac-Talla Strata is better value at £81 vs £89.
For beginners: Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£88.95 vs £80.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mac-Talla Strata
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£80.95 vs £88.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Mac-Talla?
Mac-Talla Strata suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Only Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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Where to buy
Inchgower 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 1799) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mac-Talla Strata
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange