The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Clynelish 11 Year Old 2014 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2014 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Clynelish
£76
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Clynelish 11 Year Old 2014 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Clynelish |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 52.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £75.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2014 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2014 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2014 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £76 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 £75.95)
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2014 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£75.95 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — 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 Clynelish?
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2014 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Clynelish 11 Year Old 2014 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)