The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Ledaig 17 Year Old 2002 (cask 13133) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldLedaig 17 Year Old 2002 (cask 13133) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryThe AntiquaryTobermory
RegionOther ScotchIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%48.4%
Age21 yr17 yr
Price£84.9£79.95
Rating5.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Ledaig 17 Year Old 2002 (cask 13133) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ledaig 17 Year Old 2002 (cask 13133) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ledaig 17 Year Old 2002 (cask 13133) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £80 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 17 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £79.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Ledaig 17 Year Old 2002 (cask 13133) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£79.95 vs £84.9)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Ledaig?

Ledaig 17 Year Old 2002 (cask 13133) - Old Particular (Douglas 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

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Ledaig 17 Year Old 2002 (cask 13133) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SmokeyLeatheryOilyMedicinal

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