Glen Elgin 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 802273) (Adelphi) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 802273) (Adelphi)
Glen Elgin
£78
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Glen Elgin 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 802273) (Adelphi) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 53.8% | 43% |
| Age | 13 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £77.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 802273) (Adelphi)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glen Elgin 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 802273) (Adelphi)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Elgin 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 802273) (Adelphi) is better value at £78 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 802273) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +More affordable (£77.95 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — 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 13 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £77.95)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 802273) (Adelphi) 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 Glen Elgin 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 802273) (Adelphi)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old