The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldGlen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023
DistilleryThe AntiquaryGlen Scotia
RegionOther ScotchCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%54.7%
Age21 yr11 yr
Price£84.9£120
Rating5.00/54.50/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

Smoke68/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner35/100
Value38/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £120.

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 £120)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£120 vs £84.9)
  • Lower community rating (4.5 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 Glen?

Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Glen Scotia 11 Year Old (Lightly Peated White Port Cask Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

SmokeyFresh FruitCitricMedicinalOily

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