Glen Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits)
Glen Garioch
£70
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Glen Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Garioch | The Antiquary |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 51.2% | 43% |
| Age | 13 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £69.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glen Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits) is better value at £70 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits)
Pros
- +More affordable (£69.95 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — 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 £69.95)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits) 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 Garioch 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2072) - Exceptional Cask Selection (Fruitful Spirits)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old