The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Glengoyne 15 Year Old - Pre 2020

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldGlengoyne 15 Year Old - Pre 2020
DistilleryThe AntiquaryGlengoyne
RegionOther ScotchHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%43%
Age21 yr15 yr
Price£84.9£99.99
Rating5.00/54.23/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Glengoyne 15 Year Old - Pre 2020

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner75/100
Value42/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glengoyne 15 Year Old - Pre 2020

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.23).

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £100.

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)
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £99.99)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glengoyne 15 Year Old - Pre 2020

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£99.99 vs £84.9)
  • Lower community rating (4.2 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 Glengoyne?

Glengoyne 15 Year Old - Pre 2020 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 Glengoyne 15 Year Old - Pre 2020

Fresh FruitHoneyVanillaToasted

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