The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask Finish
Tomintoul
£88
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Tomintoul |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £87.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask Finish
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask Finish
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 £88.
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 £87.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask Finish
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£87.95 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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Tomintoul 14 Year Old 2009 Cognac Cask Finish