The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Macduff 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 11901) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Macduff 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 11901) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Macduff
£120
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Macduff 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 11901) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Macduff |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 58.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £119.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Macduff 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 11901) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Macduff 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 11901) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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 £120.
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 £119.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Macduff 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 11901) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119.5 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 Macduff?
Macduff 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 11901) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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
Only Macduff 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 11901) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)