Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Shinobu 15 Year Old Pure Malt

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

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)The Shinobu 15 Year Old Pure Malt
DistilleryInvergordonShinobu
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV47.7%43%
Age42 yr15 yr
Price£99.95£139.43
Rating5.00/55.00/5

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

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

The Shinobu 15 Year Old Pure Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value36/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Shinobu 15 Year Old Pure Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Invergordon 42 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £100 vs £139.

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
  • +More affordable (£99.95 vs £139.43)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

The Shinobu 15 Year Old Pure Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£139.43 vs £99.95)

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 The?

The Shinobu 15 Year Old Pure Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoney

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

Old WoodOilyNutty

Only The Shinobu 15 Year Old Pure Malt

ToastedCooked Fruit

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