Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old (Special Release 2022) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old (Special Release 2022)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryGlen OrdThe Antiquary
RegionHighlandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV54.2%43%
Age15 yr21 yr
Price£113£84.9
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old (Special Release 2022)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner45/100
Value35/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old (Special Release 2022)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £113.

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

Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old (Special Release 2022)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£113 vs £84.9)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 £113)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Singleton?

Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old (Special Release 2022) 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 Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old (Special Release 2022)

VanillaFresh FruitHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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