Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2022 Edition
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
Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2022 Edition
Mars
£130
| Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2022 Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Mars |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.7% | 50% |
| Age | 42 yr | NAS |
| Price | £99.95 | £130 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2022 Edition
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2022 Edition
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 £130.
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
Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2022 Edition
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£130 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 Mars?
Mars Komagatake Shinshu Aging 2022 Edition 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.
Tasting notes
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