Mortlach 24 Year Old 1987 - Adelphi vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mortlach 24 Year Old 1987 - Adelphi | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.3% | 43% |
| Age | 24 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £86.08 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 24 Year Old 1987 - Adelphi
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Mortlach 24 Year Old 1987 - Adelphi
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 £86.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 24 Year Old 1987 - Adelphi
Pros
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£86.08 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 £86.08)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 24 Year Old 1987 - Adelphi 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 The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
Mortlach 24 Year Old 1987 - Adelphi
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange