Glen Grant 2006 / 18 Year Old / Char Oak Barrel / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Grant 2006 / 18 Year Old / Char Oak Barrel / Single Cask Nation Speyside WhiskyThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryGlen GrantThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£114£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Glen Grant 2006 / 18 Year Old / Char Oak Barrel / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Glen Grant 2006 / 18 Year Old / Char Oak Barrel / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £114.

For beginners: Glen Grant 2006 / 18 Year Old / Char Oak Barrel / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Glen Grant 2006 / 18 Year Old / Char Oak Barrel / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£114 vs £84.9)
  • 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)
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £114)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Grant 2006 / 18 Year Old / Char Oak Barrel / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 Grant 2006 / 18 Year Old / Char Oak Barrel / Single Cask Nation Speyside Whisky

Fresh FruitVanillaHoneyCitric

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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