Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£88
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 58.3% | 43% |
| Age | 13 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £88.43 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £88.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£88.43 vs £84.9)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £88.43)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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
Both taste of
Only Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
Craigellachie 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 1826) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange