Deanston 12 Year Old 2007 Calvados Cask Finish vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 12 Year Old 2007 Calvados Cask Finish
Deanston
★ 4.00
£90
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Deanston 12 Year Old 2007 Calvados Cask Finish | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | The Antiquary |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 57.4% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £89.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Deanston 12 Year Old 2007 Calvados Cask Finish
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Deanston 12 Year Old 2007 Calvados Cask Finish
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £90.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Deanston 12 Year Old 2007 Calvados Cask Finish
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £89.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 12 Year Old 2007 Calvados 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
Only Deanston 12 Year Old 2007 Calvados Cask Finish
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old