The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Caol Ila
£65
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Caol Ila |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48% |
| Age | 21 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £64.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) is better value at £65 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £64.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£64.95 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Where to buy
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2012 (Parcel No.11) - Reserve Casks (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange