Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Glengoyne
★ 4.00
£83
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | The Antiquary |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £82.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £83 vs £85.
For beginners: Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£82.95 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £82.95)
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling) 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
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Where to buy
Glengoyne 21 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange