The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Craigellachie 13 Year Old - Wormtub Single Cask

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldCraigellachie 13 Year Old - Wormtub Single Cask
DistilleryThe AntiquaryCraigellachie
RegionOther ScotchSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%49.8%
Age21 yr13 yr
Price£84.9£89.95
Rating5.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Craigellachie 13 Year Old - Wormtub Single Cask

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Craigellachie 13 Year Old - Wormtub Single Cask

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 £90.

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 £89.95)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Craigellachie 13 Year Old - Wormtub Single Cask

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£89.95 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 Craigellachie?

Craigellachie 13 Year Old - Wormtub Single Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Nutty

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobacco

Only Craigellachie 13 Year Old - Wormtub Single Cask

OilyLeatherySmokeyMedicinal

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