The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Torabhaig 7 Year Old 2018 (Cask 1160) - Dràm Mòr
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
Torabhaig 7 Year Old 2018 (Cask 1160) - Dràm Mòr
Torabhaig
£67
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Torabhaig 7 Year Old 2018 (Cask 1160) - Dràm Mòr | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Torabhaig |
| Region | Other Scotch | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 56.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Torabhaig 7 Year Old 2018 (Cask 1160) - Dràm Mòr
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Torabhaig 7 Year Old 2018 (Cask 1160) - Dràm Mòr
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Torabhaig 7 Year Old 2018 (Cask 1160) - Dràm Mòr is better value at £67 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 7 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £66.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Torabhaig 7 Year Old 2018 (Cask 1160) - Dràm Mòr
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.7%) — 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 Torabhaig?
Torabhaig 7 Year Old 2018 (Cask 1160) - Dràm Mòr 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
Only Torabhaig 7 Year Old 2018 (Cask 1160) - Dràm Mòr