Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of Malt vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of MaltThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryBraeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)The Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV43%43%
Age10 yr21 yr
Price£120£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £120.

For beginners: Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of Malt

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£120 vs £84.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 £120)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Braes?

Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of Malt is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 Braes of Glenlivet 10 Year Old 1987 - Master of Malt

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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