Slyrs Single Malt - Classic vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Slyrs Single Malt - ClassicThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistillerySlyrs DestillerieThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryGermanyScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV43%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£62.11£84.9
Rating5.00/5

Slyrs Single Malt - Classic

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Slyrs Single Malt - Classic

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Slyrs Single Malt - Classic is better value at £62 vs £85.

For beginners: Slyrs Single Malt - Classic is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Slyrs Single Malt - Classic

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£62.11 vs £84.9)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £62.11)

Who should buy Slyrs?

Slyrs Single Malt - Classic 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.

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 Slyrs Single Malt - Classic

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToastedChocolate

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

Explore more