Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt)
Tomatin
★ 4.50
£67
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomatin | The Antiquary |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 60% | 43% |
| Age | 11 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £66.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt) is better value at £67 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £66.95)
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt) 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 Tomatin 11 Year Old 2008 (cask 79) (Master of Malt)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old