Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Loch Lomond
★ 5.00
£89
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | The Antiquary |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended |
| ABV | 60.5% | 43% |
| Age | 18 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £88.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £89.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£88.95 vs £84.9)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £88.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Loch Lomond 18 Year Old 1996 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old