The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldGlenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita
DistilleryThe AntiquaryGlenmorangie
RegionOther ScotchHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%43%
Age21 yr18 yr
Price£84.9£128
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner70/100
Value39/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £128.

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 £128)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£128 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 Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Glenmorangie 18 Year Old The Infinita

VanillaHoneyFresh FruitToastedFragant

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