Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.) vs Kilbeggan 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.) | Kilbeggan 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Kilbeggan |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Grain | Blended |
| ABV | 54.3% | 40% |
| Age | 34 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £129.95 | £84.78 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Kilbeggan 21 Year Old
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Kilbeggan 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Kilbeggan 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Kilbeggan 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £130.
For beginners: Kilbeggan 21 Year Old is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (34 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£129.95 vs £84.78)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Kilbeggan 21 Year Old
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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 34 Year Old 1987 (Thompson Bros.) 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.
Who should buy Kilbeggan?
Kilbeggan 21 Year Old 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
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