Glen Scotia 5 Year Old 2017 - (cask 3475) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023 vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Glen Scotia 5 Year Old 2017 - (cask 3475) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryGlen ScotiaThe Antiquary
RegionCampbeltownOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV59.5%43%
Age5 yr21 yr
Price£99.95£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Glen Scotia 5 Year Old 2017 - (cask 3475) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Glen Scotia 5 Year Old 2017 - (cask 3475) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

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 £100.

For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Glen Scotia 5 Year Old 2017 - (cask 3475) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (59.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£99.95 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 £99.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Scotia 5 Year Old 2017 - (cask 3475) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023 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 Scotia 5 Year Old 2017 - (cask 3475) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2023

VanillaToastedFresh FruitMalt Extract

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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