The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks vs Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks
The Antiquary
£94
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£124
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks | Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Tormore |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 60.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £93.95 | £123.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks is better value at £94 vs £124.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£93.95 vs £123.95)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£123.95 vs £93.95)
Who should buy The?
The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Who should buy Tormore?
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old - Port Casks
Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)