The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Invergordon 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 902322) - 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
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 902322) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Invergordon
£135
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Invergordon 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 902322) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Invergordon |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 51.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £134.74 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 902322) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 902322) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
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 £135.
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 £134.74)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 902322) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£134.74 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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 902322) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Invergordon 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 902322) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)