The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Inchgower 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12102) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Inchgower 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12102) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Inchgower
£89
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Inchgower 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12102) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Inchgower |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.4% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £89.08 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Inchgower 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12102) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Inchgower 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12102) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £89.
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 £89.08)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Inchgower 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12102) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.08 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 Inchgower?
Inchgower 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12102) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Inchgower 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12102) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchgower 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 12102) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange