The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Inchgower 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9983) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Inchgower 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9983) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Inchgower
£82
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Inchgower 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9983) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Inchgower |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £82.01 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Inchgower 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9983) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Inchgower 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9983) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchgower 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9983) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is better value at £82 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 18 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £82.01)
Inchgower 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9983) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£82.01 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 Inchgower?
Inchgower 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9983) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter 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
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Inchgower 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9983) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Where to buy
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchgower 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 9983) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange