Aberlour 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured 1L vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Aberlour 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured 1L
Aberlour
£120

The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Aberlour 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured 1L | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £120 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured 1L
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Aberlour 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured 1L
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £120.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured 1L
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £120)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured 1L suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy The?
The Antiquary 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Aberlour 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured 1L
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange