The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Glen Spey
£69
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Glen Spey |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 56.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £68.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) is better value at £69 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 13 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £68.5)
Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +More affordable (£68.5 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.7%) — 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 Glen?
Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) 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 Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)