Connemara 12 Year Old Peated vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Connemara 12 Year Old Peated | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Connemara | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £60.9 | £84.9 |
| Rating | 4.45/5 | 5.00/5 |
Connemara 12 Year Old Peated
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Connemara 12 Year Old Peated
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.45).
Connemara 12 Year Old Peated is better value at £61 vs £85.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Connemara 12 Year Old Peated
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£60.9 vs £84.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
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)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £60.9)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Connemara?
Connemara 12 Year Old Peated 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 Connemara 12 Year Old Peated
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old