Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Laphroaig 14 Year Old 2004 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Laphroaig 14 Year Old 2004 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryInvergordonLaphroaig
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV48%51.7%
Age42 yr14 yr
Price£106.95£138.95
Rating5.00/5

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

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner55/100
Value47/100

Laphroaig 14 Year Old 2004 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke67/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Laphroaig 14 Year Old 2004 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £107 vs £139.

For beginners: Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

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

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£106.95 vs £138.95)
  • +Longer maturation (42 vs 14 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Laphroaig 14 Year Old 2004 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£138.95 vs £106.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Invergordon?

Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Laphroaig?

Laphroaig 14 Year Old 2004 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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

Toasted

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

VanillaHoneyMalt Extract

Only Laphroaig 14 Year Old 2004 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokeyKipperyMedicinalLeathery

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