Yamazaki 12 Year Old vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Yamazaki 12 Year Old | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £139.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 4.37/5 | 5.00/5 |
Yamazaki 12 Year Old
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Yamazaki 12 Year Old
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.37).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £140.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Yamazaki 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£139.95 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)
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 £139.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Yamazaki?
Yamazaki 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Yamazaki 12 Year Old
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old