Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs North British 28 Year Old 1994 (cask 300265) - The Whisky Cellar

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

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)North British 28 Year Old 1994 (cask 300265) - The Whisky Cellar
DistilleryInvergordonNorth British
RegionHighlandLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainGrain
ABV47.7%43.5%
Age42 yr28 yr
Price£99.95£107.14
Rating5.00/5

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

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

North British 28 Year Old 1994 (cask 300265) - The Whisky Cellar

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

North British 28 Year Old 1994 (cask 300265) - The Whisky Cellar

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £107.

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

North British 28 Year Old 1994 (cask 300265) - The Whisky Cellar

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£107.14 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 North?

North British 28 Year Old 1994 (cask 300265) - The Whisky Cellar suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodVanillaNuttyHoney

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

Oily

Only North British 28 Year Old 1994 (cask 300265) - The Whisky Cellar

Toasted

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