Fercullen 18 Year Old - Five Elements vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Fercullen 18 Year Old - Five Elements | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fercullen | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £130.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Fercullen 18 Year Old - Five Elements
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Fercullen 18 Year Old - Five Elements
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £131.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Fercullen 18 Year Old - Five Elements
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£130.95 vs £84.9)
- −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 affordable (£84.9 vs £130.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Fercullen?
Fercullen 18 Year Old - Five Elements 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 Fercullen 18 Year Old - Five Elements
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old