The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Sauternes Cask Finish - French Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85

Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Sauternes Cask Finish - French Collection
Tomatin
★ 4.00
£64
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Sauternes Cask Finish - French Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Tomatin |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £63.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Sauternes Cask Finish - French Collection
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Sauternes Cask Finish - French Collection
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Sauternes Cask Finish - French Collection is better value at £64 vs £85.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £63.9)
Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Sauternes Cask Finish - French Collection
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£63.9 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Sauternes Cask Finish - French Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Tomatin 12 Year Old 2008 Sauternes Cask Finish - French Collection