The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Famous Grouse 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Famous Grouse 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Famous Grouse |
| Region | Other Scotch | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £79.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old is better value at £80 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 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £79.99)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£79.99 vs £84.9)
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 Famous?
Famous Grouse 12 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.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Famous Grouse 12 Year Old