Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Strathmill 23 Year Old 1994 (cask 2298) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£100
Strathmill 23 Year Old 1994 (cask 2298) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Strathmill
£155
| Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Strathmill 23 Year Old 1994 (cask 2298) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Strathmill |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.7% | 48.2% |
| Age | 42 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £155.21 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Strathmill 23 Year Old 1994 (cask 2298) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Strathmill 23 Year Old 1994 (cask 2298) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
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 £155.
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
Strathmill 23 Year Old 1994 (cask 2298) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£155.21 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 Strathmill?
Strathmill 23 Year Old 1994 (cask 2298) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Strathmill 23 Year Old 1994 (cask 2298) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)