The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
★ 4.00
£66
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Mortlach |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 57.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £65.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £66 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £65.95)
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£65.95 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800084 & 800085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)