Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2017 Release)

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

Invergordon 42 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2017 Release)
DistilleryInvergordonThomas H. Handy
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeGrainRye
ABV48%63.6%
Age42 yrNAS
Price£106.95£125
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2017 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner20/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2017 Release)

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 £125.

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 £125)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2017 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (63.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£125 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 Thomas?

Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2017 Release) 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 Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey (2017 Release)

New WoodCitricSmokey

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