The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Glenturret 12 Year Old 2013 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldGlenturret 12 Year Old 2013 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
DistilleryThe AntiquaryGlenturret
RegionOther ScotchHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%54.3%
Age21 yr12 yr
Price£84.9£89.95
Rating5.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Glenturret 12 Year Old 2013 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Smoke66/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenturret 12 Year Old 2013 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

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

Glenturret 12 Year Old 2013 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (54.3%) — 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 Glenturret?

Glenturret 12 Year Old 2013 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) 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 Glenturret 12 Year Old 2013 - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)

SmokeyToastedCoal-gasMedicinal

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