The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 85138) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 85138) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Glen Grant
£85
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 85138) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Glen Grant |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £84.78 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 85138) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 85138) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 85138) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £85 vs £85.
For beginners: Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 85138) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (80/100 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 18 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £84.78)
Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 85138) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£84.78 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 Glen?
Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 85138) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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
Only Glen Grant 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 85138) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)