The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Loch Lomond
★ 5.00
£89
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 60.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £88.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £89.
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 £88.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£88.95 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 Loch?
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
Only Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)