The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Tomatin
£73
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Tomatin |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 57% |
| Age | 21 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £72.94 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is better value at £73 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £72.94)
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£72.94 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Where to buy
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange