The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
The Macallan
★ 4.05
£75
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | The Macallan |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £74.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.05/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.05).
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask is better value at £75 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 £74.99)
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£74.99 vs £84.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 The?
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
Where to buy
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange