The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Dailuaine 2011 / 12 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Speyside Whisky

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldDailuaine 2011 / 12 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Speyside Whisky
DistilleryThe AntiquaryDailuaine
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV43%40%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£84.9£70.95
Rating5.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Dailuaine 2011 / 12 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dailuaine 2011 / 12 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dailuaine 2011 / 12 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Speyside Whisky is better value at £71 vs £85.

For beginners: Dailuaine 2011 / 12 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Speyside Whisky is more approachable (90/100 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £70.95)

Dailuaine 2011 / 12 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£70.95 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 Dailuaine?

Dailuaine 2011 / 12 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Speyside Whisky 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 Dailuaine 2011 / 12 Year Old / Single Malts of Scotland Speyside Whisky

Fresh FruitVanillaChocolateHoney

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