The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Roseisle 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Antiquary 21 Year OldRoseisle 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky
DistilleryThe AntiquaryRoseisle
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV43%40%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£84.9£130
Rating5.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Roseisle 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Roseisle 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £130.

For beginners: Roseisle 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky is more approachable (85/100 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 £130)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Roseisle 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£130 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 Roseisle?

Roseisle 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky 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

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Roseisle 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2024 Speyside Whisky

VanillaHoneyFresh FruitMalt Extract

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