The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Tobermory 21 Year Old 1994 (Master of Malt)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Antiquary 21 Year OldTobermory 21 Year Old 1994 (Master of Malt)
DistilleryThe AntiquaryTobermory
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%56.9%
Age21 yr21 yr
Price£84.9£139.95
Rating5.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Tobermory 21 Year Old 1994 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tobermory 21 Year Old 1994 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £140.

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 £139.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tobermory 21 Year Old 1994 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£139.95 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 Tobermory?

Tobermory 21 Year Old 1994 (Master of Malt) 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

Both taste of

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobacco

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Nutty

Only Tobermory 21 Year Old 1994 (Master of Malt)

Honey

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