Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006)
Cragganmore
£65
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cragganmore | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.5% | 43% |
| Age | 17 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £65.45 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006) is better value at £65 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£65.45 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — 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 17 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £65.45)
Who should buy Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006) 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.
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 Cragganmore 17 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2006)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old