The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Aberlour 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 367507) - James Eadie
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Aberlour 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 367507) - James Eadie
Aberlour
£75
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Aberlour 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 367507) - James Eadie | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Aberlour |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 59.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £74.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Aberlour 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 367507) - James Eadie
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Aberlour 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 367507) - James Eadie
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aberlour 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 367507) - James Eadie is better value at £75 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 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £74.95)
Aberlour 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 367507) - James Eadie
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£74.95 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.3%) — may need water
- −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 Aberlour?
Aberlour 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 367507) - James Eadie suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Aberlour 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 367507) - James Eadie
Where to buy
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Aberlour 11 Year Old 2012 (cask 367507) - James Eadie
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange