Glendullan 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 22/028) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Glendullan 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 22/028) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryGlendullanThe Antiquary
RegionSpeysideOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV45%43%
Age12 yr21 yr
Price£89.94£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Glendullan 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 22/028) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Glendullan 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 22/028) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

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 £90.

For beginners: Glendullan 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 22/028) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Glendullan 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 22/028) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

Pros

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£89.94 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 £89.94)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glendullan?

Glendullan 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 22/028) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Glendullan 12 Year Old 2009 (batch 22/028) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

VanillaCitricHoneyFresh FruitMalt Extract

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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