Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Loch Lomond
£120
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | The Antiquary |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended |
| ABV | 58.7% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £120 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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 £120.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£120 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 £120)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Rhosdhu?
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old