The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Ruadh Maor 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 177) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Ruadh Maor 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 177) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Glenturret
£79
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Ruadh Maor 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 177) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Glenturret |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 56% |
| Age | 21 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £79 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ruadh Maor 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 177) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ruadh Maor 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 177) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ruadh Maor 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 177) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is better value at £79 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £79)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ruadh Maor 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 177) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£79 vs £84.9)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter 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.
Who should buy Ruadh?
Ruadh Maor 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 177) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Ruadh Maor 10 Year Old 2010 (cask 177) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)