Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryInvergordonThe Antiquary
RegionHighlandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended
ABV46%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£89.22£84.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner65/100
Value56/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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).

Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£89.22 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 £89.22)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Rosy?

Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) 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 Rosy Apple Brulé 1988 (bottled 2015) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)

Cooked FruitHoneyVanillaToasted

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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