The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Highland Park 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 10313) - 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
Highland Park 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 10313) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Highland Park
£90
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Highland Park 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 10313) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Highland Park |
| Region | Other Scotch | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50% |
| Age | 21 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Highland Park 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 10313) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Highland Park 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 10313) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
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 £90.
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 £89.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 10313) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.95 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 Highland?
Highland Park 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 10313) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Highland Park 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 10313) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)