The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice
Caol Ila
£84
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Caol Ila |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £83.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice is better value at £84 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 £83.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£83.95 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Caol?
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice
Where to buy
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 - Hepburn's Choice
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange