Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks

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

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks
DistilleryTormoreThe Antiquary
RegionSpeysideOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV60.2%40%
Age8 yr21 yr
Price£123.95£93.95
Rating5.00/5

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner35/100
Value40/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks is better value at £94 vs £124.

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

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£123.95 vs £93.95)

The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£93.95 vs £123.95)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 8 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Tormore?

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (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 - Port Casks 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 Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Malt ExtractVanillaOld WoodToasted

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks

SherriedDried FruitChocolateNuttyHoney

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