Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (Summer 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£100
Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (Summer 2017)
Murray McDavid
£152
| Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (Summer 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Murray McDavid |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 47.7% | 44.9% |
| Age | 42 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £152.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (Summer 2017)
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (Summer 2017)
Quick verdict
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £152.
For beginners: Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (Summer 2017)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£152.14 vs £99.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Àlainn?
Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (Summer 2017) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (Summer 2017)