Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Glen Elgin
★ 5.00
£136
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.7% | 43% |
| Age | 20 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £135.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £136.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£135.95 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 £135.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1997 (batch 18/003) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old