Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1990s (1L) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1990s (1L)
Glenfiddich
£70
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1990s (1L) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfiddich | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £69.99 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1990s (1L)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1990s (1L)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1990s (1L) is better value at £70 vs £85.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1990s (1L) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1990s (1L)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£69.99 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −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 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £69.99)
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1990s (1L) 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 Glenfiddich 12 Year Old Special Reserve - 1990s (1L)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old