The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Inchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldInchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
DistilleryThe AntiquaryLoch Lomond
RegionOther ScotchHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%62.4%
Age21 yr9 yr
Price£84.9£120
Rating5.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Inchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner20/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

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: 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)
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £120)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Inchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (62.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£120 vs £84.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Inchmoan?

Inchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Inchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

SmokeyOilyMedicinalLeathery

Where to buy

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Inchmoan 9 Year Old 2015 (cask 135.61) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

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