The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 386647) - James Eadie
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 386647) - James Eadie
Caol Ila
£74
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 386647) - James Eadie | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Caol Ila |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 56.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £73.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 386647) - James Eadie
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 386647) - James Eadie
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 386647) - James Eadie is better value at £74 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 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £73.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 386647) - James Eadie
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£73.95 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −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 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 386647) - James Eadie 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 Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 386647) - James Eadie
Where to buy
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 386647) - James Eadie
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange