Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Secret Speyside 19 Year Old 2003 - Edition No.72 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)

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

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Secret Speyside 19 Year Old 2003 - Edition No.72 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)
DistilleryInvergordonUnknown Origin Whisky
RegionHighlandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV47.7%51.2%
Age42 yr19 yr
Price£99.95£153.22
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Secret Speyside 19 Year Old 2003 - Edition No.72 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Secret Speyside 19 Year Old 2003 - Edition No.72 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)

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 £153.

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

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Secret Speyside 19 Year Old 2003 - Edition No.72 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£153.22 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 Secret?

Secret Speyside 19 Year Old 2003 - Edition No.72 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks) 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

Oily

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

Old WoodVanillaNuttyHoney

Only Secret Speyside 19 Year Old 2003 - Edition No.72 (Whisky Sponge & Decadent Drinks)

SmokeyMalt ExtractToastedDried Fruit

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