The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Tormore 12 Year Old - 1990s

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

The Antiquary 21 Year OldTormore 12 Year Old - 1990s
DistilleryThe AntiquaryTormore
RegionOther ScotchSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
Age21 yr12 yr
Price£84.9£99.99
Rating5.00/54.33/5

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Tormore 12 Year Old - 1990s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner90/100
Value43/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tormore 12 Year Old - 1990s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £100.

For beginners: Tormore 12 Year Old - 1990s is more approachable (90/100 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 £99.99)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tormore 12 Year Old - 1990s

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£99.99 vs £84.9)
  • Lower community rating (4.3 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 Tormore?

Tormore 12 Year Old - 1990s is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Only Tormore 12 Year Old - 1990s

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyFresh Fruit

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