Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Roseisle 14 Year Old (Special Release 2025)

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

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Roseisle 14 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
DistilleryInvergordonRoseisle
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV47.7%55.9%
Age42 yr14 yr
Price£99.95£135.5
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Roseisle 14 Year Old (Special Release 2025)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Roseisle 14 Year Old (Special Release 2025)

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 £136.

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

Roseisle 14 Year Old (Special Release 2025)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£135.5 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 Roseisle?

Roseisle 14 Year Old (Special Release 2025) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoney

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

Old WoodOilyNutty

Only Roseisle 14 Year Old (Special Release 2025)

Malt ExtractFresh FruitToasted

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