Dalmore 14 Year Old 2003 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Dalmore 14 Year Old 2003 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryDalmoreThe Antiquary
RegionHighlandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV57.8%43%
Age14 yr21 yr
Price£114.95£84.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Dalmore 14 Year Old 2003 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner35/100
Value43/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Dalmore 14 Year Old 2003 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £115.

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

Dalmore 14 Year Old 2003 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£114.95 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 £114.95)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 14 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 14 Year Old 2003 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Dalmore 14 Year Old 2003 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

VanillaHoneyToastedCooked Fruit

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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