The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Glenlossie 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 1144) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldGlenlossie 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 1144) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryThe AntiquaryGlenlossie
RegionOther ScotchSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%55.1%
Age21 yr21 yr
Price£84.9£89.95
Rating5.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Glenlossie 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 1144) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenlossie 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 1144) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenlossie 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 1144) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
  • 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 Glenlossie?

Glenlossie 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 1144) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Glenlossie 21 Year Old 1997 (cask 1144) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaToastedFresh Fruit

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