Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 88796) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Mac-Talla Strata

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

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 88796) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)Mac-Talla Strata
DistilleryInvergordonMac-Talla
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV49.5%46%
Age30 yr15 yr
Price£116.95£80.95
Rating5.00/5

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 88796) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Mac-Talla Strata

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value62/100

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 88796) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mac-Talla Strata

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mac-Talla Strata is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Mac-Talla Strata is better value at £81 vs £117.

For beginners: Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 88796) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 88796) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (30 vs 15 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£116.95 vs £80.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 £116.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Invergordon?

Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 88796) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

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

Only Invergordon 30 Year Old 1987 (cask 88796) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

VanillaToastedOilyNuttyOld Wood

Only Mac-Talla Strata

SmokeyFresh FruitSherriedMedicinalSandy

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