The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Knockando 17 Year Old 1994 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Knockando 17 Year Old 1994 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Knockando
£65
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Knockando 17 Year Old 1994 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Knockando |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50% |
| Age | 21 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £64.6 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Knockando 17 Year Old 1994 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Knockando 17 Year Old 1994 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Knockando 17 Year Old 1994 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 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 £64.6)
Knockando 17 Year Old 1994 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£64.6 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Knockando?
Knockando 17 Year Old 1994 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 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
Only Knockando 17 Year Old 1994 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)