Of Flame & Fire 14 Year Old 2009 - Wemyss Malts (Croftengea) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Of Flame & Fire 14 Year Old 2009 - Wemyss Malts (Croftengea)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryLoch LomondThe Antiquary
RegionHighlandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%43%
Age14 yr21 yr
Price£92.04£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Of Flame & Fire 14 Year Old 2009 - Wemyss Malts (Croftengea)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Of Flame & Fire 14 Year Old 2009 - Wemyss Malts (Croftengea)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £92.

For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Of Flame & Fire 14 Year Old 2009 - Wemyss Malts (Croftengea)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£92.04 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 £92.04)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Of?

Of Flame & Fire 14 Year Old 2009 - Wemyss Malts (Croftengea) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

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 Of Flame & Fire 14 Year Old 2009 - Wemyss Malts (Croftengea)

SmokeyToastedFresh FruitVegetative

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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