Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 800179) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 800179) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Glen Elgin
★ 5.00
£101
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 800179) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 58.5% | 43% |
| Age | 15 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £100.85 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 800179) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 800179) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £101.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 800179) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£100.85 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 £100.85)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 800179) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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 15 Year Old 2008 (cask 800179) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old