Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Brackla
£61
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Brackla | The Antiquary |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 49.8% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £61.38 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) is better value at £61 vs £85.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£61.38 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £61.38)
Who should buy Royal?
Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) 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
Only Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old