The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie
Glen Spey
£63
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Glen Spey |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 56.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £62.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie is better value at £63 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 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £62.95)
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£62.95 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — 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 Glen?
Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - 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
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Glen Spey 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 803748) - James Eadie