The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Tobermory 23 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)
Tobermory
£115
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Tobermory 23 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Tobermory |
| Region | Other Scotch | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 47% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £114.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)
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 £115.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £114.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£114.95 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter 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.
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1995 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
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