Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272163) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272163) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryInvergordonNorth British
RegionHighlandLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainGrain
ABV47.7%56.1%
Age42 yr31 yr
Price£99.95£123.49
Rating5.00/5

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

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

North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272163) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272163) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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 £123.

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 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272163) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£123.49 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 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272163) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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

Both taste of

Old WoodVanillaHoney

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

OilyNutty

Only North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272163) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SherriedDried Fruit

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