The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Longmorn 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 14385) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Longmorn 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 14385) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Longmorn
£129
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Longmorn 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 14385) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Longmorn |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £128.71 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Longmorn 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 14385) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Longmorn 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 14385) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £129.
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 £128.71)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Longmorn 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 14385) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£128.71 vs £84.9)
- −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 Longmorn?
Longmorn 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 14385) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 Longmorn 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 14385) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)