Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask FinishThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryTobermoryThe Antiquary
RegionIslandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV55.7%43%
Age12 yr21 yr
Price£140£84.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner35/100
Value36/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £140.

For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£140 vs £84.9)

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £140)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Tobermory?

Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish 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.

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

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish

Cooked FruitHoneyVanillaToasted

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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