Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 7041249) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 7041249) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Moray
£128
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 7041249) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 49.9% | 43% |
| Age | 16 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £127.5 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 7041249) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 7041249) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
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 £128.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 7041249) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£127.5 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 £127.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 7041249) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 7041249) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
Glen Moray 16 Year Old 2008 (cask 7041249) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange