Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Mars Tsunuki 2022 Edition

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

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Mars Tsunuki 2022 Edition
DistilleryInvergordonMars
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV47.7%50%
Age42 yrNAS
Price£99.95£129.9
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value50/100

Mars Tsunuki 2022 Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner55/100
Value31/100

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mars Tsunuki 2022 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

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 Tsunuki 2022 Edition

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£129.9 vs £99.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 Tsunuki 2022 Edition 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

Vanilla

Only Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodOilyNuttyHoney

Only Mars Tsunuki 2022 Edition

New WoodMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

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