Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9920) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9920) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Glen Grant
£85
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9920) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50% | 43% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £85 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9920) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9920) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
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 £85.
For beginners: Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9920) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9920) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£85 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 £85)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9920) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) 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 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
Only Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9920) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old