The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85

Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Mortlach
£67
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Mortlach |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £67.45 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is better value at £67 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 18 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £67.45)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£67.45 vs £84.9)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Mortlach 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 3406) - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)