Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Glen Spey
£69
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Spey | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 56.7% | 43% |
| Age | 13 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £68.5 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) is better value at £69 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +More affordable (£68.5 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.7%) — 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 £68.5)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New 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 Spey 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 800029/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old