The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask
Glenturret
£79
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Glenturret |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 60.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £78.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask is better value at £79 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 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £78.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£78.95 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (60.6%) — 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 Ruadh?
Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask 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 Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask