The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Loch Lomond
★ 5.00
£100
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 47.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £100.
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
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £99.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.95 vs £84.9)
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 Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)