The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£100
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Clynelish |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £99.88 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £100.
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
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £99.88)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.88 vs £84.9)
- −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 Clynelish?
Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Clynelish 23 Year Old 1988 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)