Mortlach 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 13729) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 13729) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Mortlach
£89
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Mortlach 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 13729) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48.4% | 43% |
| Age | 14 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £88.75 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 13729) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Mortlach 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 13729) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
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 £89.
For beginners: Mortlach 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 13729) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 13729) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£88.75 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 £88.75)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 13729) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 13729) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
Mortlach 14 Year Old 2005 (cask 13729) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange