The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Craigellachie |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 61.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £72.82 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is better value at £73 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
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £72.82)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£72.82 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.1%) — may need water
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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Where to buy
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange