Lemon Cheesecake 1988 - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Lemon Cheesecake 1988 - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryInvergordonThe Antiquary
RegionHighlandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended
ABV46%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£81.77£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Lemon Cheesecake 1988 - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Lemon Cheesecake 1988 - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Lemon Cheesecake 1988 - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) is better value at £82 vs £85.

For beginners: Lemon Cheesecake 1988 - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Lemon Cheesecake 1988 - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£81.77 vs £84.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £81.77)

Who should buy Lemon?

Lemon Cheesecake 1988 - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) 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 Lemon Cheesecake 1988 - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

CitricVanillaFresh FruitHoneyYeasty

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Explore more