Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs North British 33 Year Old 1987 (cask 238570) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

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

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)North British 33 Year Old 1987 (cask 238570) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
DistilleryInvergordonNorth British
RegionHighlandLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainGrain
ABV47.7%43.5%
Age42 yr33 yr
Price£99.95£159.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

North British 33 Year Old 1987 (cask 238570) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

North British 33 Year Old 1987 (cask 238570) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

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 £160.

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 33 Year Old 1987 (cask 238570) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£159.95 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 North?

North British 33 Year Old 1987 (cask 238570) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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 WoodNuttyHoney

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

OilyVanilla

Only North British 33 Year Old 1987 (cask 238570) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

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