The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs The Apothecary's Notebook 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Caol Ila)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
The Apothecary's Notebook 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Caol Ila)
Caol Ila
£110
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | The Apothecary's Notebook 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Caol Ila) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Caol Ila |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 57.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Apothecary's Notebook 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Caol Ila)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Apothecary's Notebook 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Caol Ila)
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 £110.
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 £109.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Apothecary's Notebook 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Caol Ila)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 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 The?
The Apothecary's Notebook 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Caol Ila) 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
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only The Apothecary's Notebook 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Caol Ila)