Ben Nevis 15 Year Old 2010 Cognac Series - DS Tayman vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Ben Nevis 15 Year Old 2010 Cognac Series - DS TaymanThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryBen NevisThe Antiquary
RegionHighlandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV50.8%43%
Age15 yr21 yr
Price£70.95£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Ben Nevis 15 Year Old 2010 Cognac Series - DS Tayman

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Ben Nevis 15 Year Old 2010 Cognac Series - DS Tayman

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ben Nevis 15 Year Old 2010 Cognac Series - DS Tayman is better value at £71 vs £85.

For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Ben Nevis 15 Year Old 2010 Cognac Series - DS Tayman

Pros

  • +More affordable (£70.95 vs £84.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.8%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 15 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £70.95)

Who should buy Ben?

Ben Nevis 15 Year Old 2010 Cognac Series - DS Tayman 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.

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.

Tasting notes

Only Ben Nevis 15 Year Old 2010 Cognac Series - DS Tayman

VanillaCooked FruitHoneyToastedFresh Fruit

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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