Teaninich 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 707333) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Teaninich 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 707333) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)The Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryTeaninichThe Antiquary
RegionHighlandOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV52.5%43%
Age12 yr21 yr
Price£89.95£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Teaninich 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 707333) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Teaninich 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 707333) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £90.

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

Teaninich 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 707333) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£89.95 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 £89.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Teaninich?

Teaninich 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 707333) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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 Teaninich 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 707333) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Malt ExtractHoneyToastedVanillaFresh Fruit

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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