The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's
Loch Lomond
£88
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 57.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £87.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's
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 £88.
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 £87.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£87.95 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 Loch?
Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's
Where to buy
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Loch Lomond 13 Year Old 2005 - Claxton's
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange