The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006)
Cragganmore
£65
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Cragganmore |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 55.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £65.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006) 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 17 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £65.45)
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£65.45 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −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 Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006)