Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Longmorn 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 18762) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
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
Longmorn 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 18762) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Longmorn
£133
| Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Longmorn 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 18762) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Longmorn |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.7% | 50% |
| Age | 42 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £132.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Longmorn 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 18762) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Longmorn 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 18762) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
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 £133.
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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Longmorn 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 18762) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£132.95 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 Longmorn?
Longmorn 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 18762) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) 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
Both taste of
Only Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Longmorn 24 Year Old 1996 (cask 18762) - The Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)