Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryFettercairnThe Antiquary
RegionHighlandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV51.9%43%
Age18 yr21 yr
Price£106.86£84.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner45/100
Value47/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £107.

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

Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£106.86 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 £106.86)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Fettercairn?

Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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

Only Fettercairn 18 Year Old 2000 (cask 3177) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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