The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Glendullan 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 22/028) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldGlendullan 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 22/028) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
DistilleryThe AntiquaryGlendullan
RegionOther ScotchSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%45%
Age21 yr12 yr
Price£84.9£89.94
Rating5.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Glendullan 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 22/028) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glendullan 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 22/028) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

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: Glendullan 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 22/028) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (80/100 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 £89.94)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glendullan 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 22/028) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£89.94 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 Glendullan?

Glendullan 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 22/028) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Glendullan 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 22/028) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

VanillaCitricHoneyFresh FruitMalt Extract

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