The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldTobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish
DistilleryThe AntiquaryTobermory
RegionOther ScotchIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%55.7%
Age21 yr12 yr
Price£84.9£140
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner35/100
Value36/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £140.

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

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£84.9 vs £140)
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£140 vs £84.9)

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.

Who should buy Tobermory?

Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish 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

Both taste of

Sherried

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Tobermory 19 Year Old 1999 - Marsala Cask Finish

Cooked FruitHoneyVanillaToasted

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