The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Ledaig 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 643080) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Ledaig 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 643080) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£79
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Ledaig 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 643080) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Tobermory |
| Region | Other Scotch | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 49.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £79.04 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ledaig 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 643080) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ledaig 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 643080) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Quick verdict
Ledaig 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 643080) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 17 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £79.04)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 643080) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£79.04 vs £84.9)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Ledaig?
Ledaig 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 643080) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Ledaig 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 643080) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)