Glen Elgin 7 Year Old 2014 - Piper (Fable Whisky) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 7 Year Old 2014 - Piper (Fable Whisky)
Glen Elgin
£69
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Glen Elgin 7 Year Old 2014 - Piper (Fable Whisky) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 61.6% | 43% |
| Age | 7 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £69 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 7 Year Old 2014 - Piper (Fable Whisky)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glen Elgin 7 Year Old 2014 - Piper (Fable Whisky)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Elgin 7 Year Old 2014 - Piper (Fable Whisky) is better value at £69 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 7 Year Old 2014 - Piper (Fable Whisky)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£69 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.6%) — 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 7 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £69)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 7 Year Old 2014 - Piper (Fable Whisky) 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
Only Glen Elgin 7 Year Old 2014 - Piper (Fable Whisky)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old