The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs SPEY 12 Year Old Peated
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | SPEY 12 Year Old Peated | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Speyside |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £69.94 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
SPEY 12 Year Old Peated
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
SPEY 12 Year Old Peated
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
SPEY 12 Year Old Peated is better value at £70 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 £69.94)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
SPEY 12 Year Old Peated
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£69.94 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −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 SPEY?
SPEY 12 Year Old Peated suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only SPEY 12 Year Old Peated