Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Strathmill
★ 4.75
£62
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Strathmill | The Antiquary |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £62 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £62 vs £85.
For beginners: Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£62 vs £84.9)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £62)
Who should buy Strathmill?
Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna 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 Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old